Ryan Celli - Raw Powerlifter

Ryan Celli is what one might characterize as addicted to the iron! He has been lifting and setting records since he was a teen (setting the APF 15-16 year old bench press record in the 132 lb class with a 275 lbs lift). He has even made a foray into bodybuilding presenting a very lean and symmetrical physique.

Ryan the Businessman

Ryan’s love for the iron lead him to making it his livelihood. He and his wife own Celli’s Fitness Center. Between running the gym, personal training, and his own intense training regimen, Ryan basically lives at his gym and he would have it no other way!

Ryan the Powerlifter

Ryan is an accomplished powerlifter specializing in raw lifting (performing the squat, bench press, and deadlift with no specialized gear). In fact, he is the very best in the world in his weight class according to Michael Soong and PowerLiftingWatch.com’s lifter rankings. Below are his individual lifts and total:

* Squat: 625 lbs
* Bench Press: 530 lbs
* Deadlift: 685 lbs

Total: 1,840 lbs (ranked #1 @ 198lbs)

Ryan knows geared training and competing as well. He also holds the best total to date for 2008 in the 198 lbs class with 2,011 lbs!

* Squat: 711 lbs 
* Bench Press: 617 lbs 
* Deadlift: 683 lbs

Total: 2,001 lbs

Ryan’s Thoughts on AtLarge’s Products

"Thanks for everything! I had your shirt on most of the day. I feel I represented you well, with a new world record on the bench and total, and an American record on the bench. Thanks again, your supplements played a big role in my success."

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