Scot Mendelson

Scot Mendelson is a famous powerlifter and the world's top bench presser. He recently set a record in bench pressing by doing 876 pounds, though he fell short on an attempt at 900. Although his specialty is the bench press, he can also squat over 1000 pounds.

Mendelson is an New York University (NYU) graduate with a 3.893 gpa in Astro Physics and Newtonian studies. As of 2004, he is 33 years old and lives with his wife and two kids. Together they run a fitness studio called "Fitness Individualized Training."

Sources

• Scot's 876 Day, with videos
• Scot's advice on benching technique.
• Interview with Mendelson.