Larry Wheels

Larry Wheels established himself as a dominant force in competitive powerlifting, rapidly achieving success and setting multiple world records. Competing in his first powerlifting show at eighteen, Wheels quickly ascended, securing his first world record in the 242-pound weight class in 2017 with an impressive 2,171-pound total. He followed this landmark achievement in 2018 by setting another world record in the 275-pound class, accumulating a formidable 2,275-pound total. Wheels continued his record-breaking trajectory, culminating his powerlifting career in 2020 by achieving a 2,370-pound total in his final competition, which stood as one of the heaviest raw totals at the time and broke a 308-pound-weight-class record.

Beyond powerlifting, Wheels diversified his athletic pursuits, venturing into strongman events, arm wrestling, and professional bodybuilding. He made his bodybuilding debut at the NPC Gold Coast Muscle Classic in 2018, securing first place overall, and has publicly pursued challenging strength goals, including a 1,000-pound deadlift. His bodybuilding career saw further progression as he won the Classic Physique division at NPC Ultimate Warriors in 2023. Continuing his commitment to the sport, Wheels achieved his coveted IFBB Pro Card at the 2025 Musclecontest Ireland competition.

Following this milestone, he made his debut in the professional circuit at the IFBB Musclecontest Bullman Pro in 2025, where he placed 10th. In parallel with his competitive endeavors, Larry Wheels has cultivated a significant presence as a prominent fitness influencer, engaging millions of followers across his social media platforms. His career is characterized by consistent pursuit of strength goals and a transparent public persona, openly addressing personal challenges. This candor has deeply resonated with his audience, contributing to his unique and marketable brand within the global fitness community.