Kirk Karwoski

The greatest 125 kg (275 lb.) champion of all time! During Captain Kirk's reign, he increased the World Record in the squat by 100 lbs. from 903 lbs. to 1003 lbs. and increased the total record from 2204 lbs. to 2309 lbs.

Although best known for his squat, Captain Kirk combined it with 550 lb.+ benches and 770 lb. + deadlifts. Together his 3 lifts often left the competition trailing by 100 - 200 lbs.!

Complete domination.

The Captain is often remembered as one of the most entertaining and funniest guys on the World Teams. However, Kirk was all business when it came to lifting. He was a leader both in spirit and in actions. He cheered his teammates on, helped coach them, and was a very visible and vocal presence both on and off the platform. Most of all, Kirk, displayed strength of character and conviction. When unification was proposed Kirk was one of the superstars who lent his support to the effort. He looked to the future and the betterment of the sport.

While now retired as a lifter, Captain Kirk still trains heavy …. Very heavy. He is active as a coach for girlfriend and National Champion Sioux-Z Hartwig as well as a coach for USAPL's Women's World Team. One look at the Captain makes one wonder if he won't be back on the platform soon. We're sure that many a 275 lber prays that he'll stay retired.

For a video autobiography of Captain Kirk, you can order directly from the Captain himself. This video contains footage of Captain Kirk from the age of 17 through the apex of his career at age 30. This video contains hardcore, uncensored training and contest footage. Some of the highlights include:

    1000 x 2        Squat in training
    585              Bench in training
    825              Deadlift in training


    1994     USPF  Nationals *  at 242        914 Squat ,  518 Bench ,  760 Deadlift
    1995     USPF  Nationals *  at 275        1003 Squat ,  557  Bench,  744 Deadlift
    1996     USPF  Nationals *  at 275        970 Squat ,  562  Bench , 777 Deadlift

                                                       * While the IPF affiliate

The tape is edited and each clip is marked with the weight on the bar. If you enjoy watching powerlifting, this is a must see tape. The cost is $25.00 and shipping is included. Please allow two weeks for delivery.

Please send check or money order to :
     Kirk Karwoski Video
     1611-A Airy Hill Ct
     Crofton, Md 21114
If you are not satisfied for any reason, just send back the tape and your money will be refunded.
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