Donnie Thompson is a World Record setting Powerlifter who set 8-all time World Records and was the first human to ever total 3000lbs in a regulated meet! Donnie has 8 world record in Professional Powerlifting, including: 3 Bench Press records, 2 Squat records and 3 Total records! His 3000lb Powerlifting total Is currently shared only with David Hoff.

Donnie is the original creator of the Body Tempering Technique. His inventions also include the famous Belt Squat Belt sold world wide through SpudInc. Three more products in production now include: The Thompson FatPad by Rogue, The Thompson FatBells Powered by Rogue, the BT roller (body tempering device) powered by Rogue, the Boom Stick by Kabuki Strength, and Donnie Thompson’s BOWTIE by Spud Inc.

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Industry gurus like Pavel, David Weck Kelly Starrett, Dick Hartzell, and Louie Simmons have worked with Donnie personally over the past two decades. This led to his SHW victory during the 2005 WPO Powerlifting Championships at the Arnold Classic.

He worked 6 years for Progressive Physical Therapy Sports in West Columbia, SC. He acted as the Strength and Mobility Director for 25 clinics statewide.

In 1988, Donnie graduated from Shepherd College in Shepherdstown, WV. He earned 1st Team All-Conference Center his senior year. Donnie went on to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1987 and played Center in the Arena Football League from 1988-1993 for 6 years. His Arena career included the New England Steamrollers, Pittsburgh Gladiators, New Orleans Nights, and the Albany Firebirds.

Donnie headed the International Powerlifting Association (IPA) for two years, helping lead to the Westside Pro Invitational Powered by Rogue! This was the first time Professional Powerlifting was center stage since 2007 of the WPO. Over $22,000.00 was awarded to the winners.

He has been consulted by numerous NFL, NCAA, MLB, NBA, and Private Training facilities to share his vast knowledge, creativity, and experience in strength preparation and injury prevention techniques.

He also acted in a feature film titled, ‘The Program’ as an offensive center on the ESU college football team. Donnie’s name on the back of the Jersey was ‘Latham’. The film featured James Caan as the head coach.