Body of Work: Bristol Local Takes Home Four Trophies at Powerlifting Meet
-- Athletes available for interviews upon request --
BRISTOL RI -- Louis P. Stravato, a Providence police officer, gave an exceptional performance at the 2008 United States Powerlifting Federation (USPF) Police and Fire National Championships held at the Sheraton Providence Airport Hotel. This powerlifting sensation won four titles including first place in the masters bench press and the deadlift, as well as first place in the open 220 pound division in the bench press and deadlift.
Stravato, 45, broke Rhode Island state records and set a new mark for men in his weight class with a 375 pound bench press, and a staggering 523.5 pound deadlift.
Powerlifting is a fast-growing sport across the world. Stravato joined the sport more than four years ago and experienced initial success before hitting a plateau. Then he joined Ultimate Fitness Gym where owner Jesse Amarelo helped him by introducing new training methods. His grueling training sessions paid off this year at the 2008 USPF National Championships.
"They say that you can't teach an old dog new tricks but I'm living proof that you can," said Stravato. "I''ve always trained a certain way and was reluctant to change but I placed my trust in Jesse."
Now, Stravato has won several competitions at the master level, which is open to lifters older than 40. He resides in Bristol, RI and has been a member of the Providence Police Department for more than 20 years.
"When I met Louis three years ago I immediately recognized his determination and potential," said Amarelo. "In addition to breaking Rhode Island state records, Louis had personal bests in both lifts."
Up next for Stravato is the Police and Fire Olympics which are held each year in Florida.
The USPF National Championships took place on June 28-29, 2008 (http://www.ripl.org/
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To schedule an interview with Louis P. Stravato or Jesse Amarelo, please contact Jesse Amarelo at email jesse@ultimatefitnessgym.com or call 401-253-3539.
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