Lifter of the Month, August 2026, Wade Marchand
August featured the Repetition Rampage Record Day, USAWA Presidential Cup, Light Weight Decathlon, Ol’ Clark’s 94th Birthday Party and the IAWA World Postal. It was a very busy month and there were several standout performances.
Wade Marchand earned Lifter of the Month with his outstanding Trap Bar Deadlift Repetition Record of 167 pounds (bodyweight) x 31 repetitions.
Wade currently holds 157 records going back to 2020. He has competed in postal events, record days, Heavy Lift Championship (2023 and 2026), IAWA Gold Cup (2024), and National Championship (2025).
Congratulations Wade!
Do you know a USAWA member who should be recognized as lifter of the month? Send nominations to the acting Secretary at usawasec@gmail.com