The best lifter ever in IPF
Carl Yngvar Christensen, 24 year old athlete, from Norway came the long way to Aurora, Colorado to break the total world record in powerlifting (the 3 lifts). He achieved the highest points after Wilks-Formula ever in IPF. Hs total result: 1230 kg (490 kg in squat/ 350 kg in benchpress/ 390 kg in deadlift).
Along Carl´s career, he faced some problems with his knees and this was the reason to start powerlifting sport. Good idea! Carl is the strongest athlete ever in IPF history. Currently he is European Champion in Powerlifting with 1200 kg and World Champion with 1230 kg, several times Junior, World and European Champion.
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