Author Archives: bencrush

About bencrush

47-year old multiple USAWA record holder who enjoys grip strength training, bending steel, and sharing my knowledge of training in both areas. Mental health is a big focus going forward. And it should've been all along.

Still Outrunning The Darkness

Posted on December 2, 2023 by bencrush

Still alive. Still kicking. I’ve increased my running frequency to 3 times per week over the past month. Overall this year I’ve only averaged about 2 runs per week. Had a great family vacation in Oregon in October. Ready to … Continue reading →

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I’m Still Kicking

Posted on March 29, 2023 by bencrush

I haven’t updated my blog in a long time. Been battling depression (for over 30 years, tbh). Had a big job change from an officer working in the jail (18 years total in the jail) to being a civilian. Working … Continue reading →

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2021 King Kong Grip Contest

Posted on October 25, 2021 by bencrush

The 2021 King Kong grip contest in Lecompton, Kansas is in the books. I can’t list any of the performances until the other venues across the world do their contests next week. I met two new friends, Josh and Brian. … Continue reading →

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Couch Potato Strong Interview

Posted on January 26, 2021 by bencrush

I was interviewed by the guys at Couch Potato Strong on Saturday.  I had a great time talking to Addam and Frank via Zoom.  I talked about grippers and the training involved in my journey from starting to train with … Continue reading →

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King Kong of Grip 2020 grip contest

Posted on August 6, 2020 by bencrush

Yeah, it’s been a long time since I updated my blog. In late October the King Kong of Grip 2020 contest is being held worldwide.  I’m going to be helping with a contest in Lawrence, KS.  More details soon to … Continue reading →

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Time to renew my USAWA membership

Posted on January 2, 2020 by bencrush

http://usawa.com/forms-and-applications/ Happy New Year everybody!  It’s time for me to renew my USAWA membership. The USAWA Grip Championships is coming up in February.  If you train grip or are even interested in training grip, I hope you sign up for … Continue reading →

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USAWA Record Day results over the weekend

Posted on December 9, 2019 by bencrush

I did the Lift For Leroy II Record Day at Eric Todd’s gym in Turney, Missouri on Saturday.  Enjoyed the drive in the Mustang (1.5 hours one-way) and got to spend time with some people that I really like for … Continue reading →

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WIDE pinching

Posted on July 25, 2019 by bencrush

This is a small hollow concrete block out in my yard.  I like how wide it was and you can see I was barely able to fit my middle and ring fingers over the edge to assist my thumb in … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 17, 2019 by bencrush

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Charlie loves pi(e)

Posted on March 24, 2019 by bencrush

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