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Abe Roman, a retired master sergeant and avid powerlifter, grunts and pushes through a squat repetition with 315 pounds at the IronWorks Gym here March 17. The March 29, 1985, edition of the Torii Teller featured Roman, then as a powerlifter. Roman attributes his success to a number of factors, including the nutritional advice of his wife, Barbara, and being around individuals who share his love of powerlifting.
120317-M-0000K-002.jpg Photo By: Cpl. Kenneth K. Trotter

Mar 17, 2012
Abe Roman, a retired master sergeant and avid powerlifter, grunts and pushes through a squat repetition with 315 pounds at the IronWorks Gym here March 17. The March 29, 1985, edition of the Torii Teller featured Roman, then as a powerlifter. Roman attributes his success to a number of factors, including the nutritional advice of his wife, Barbara, and being around individuals who share his love of powerlifting.


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