Legolas Stewart places first in APF/AAPF State Championship

Legolas Stewart, 2025’s Michigan AAPF Heavyweight Man’s Best Lifter. Photo courtesy of Amanda Stewart.

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Legolas Stewart, a 21-year-old Manchester resident, participated in the Michigan APF/AAPF State Championship on March 8, 2025, at the Royal Oak Gym in Royal Oak, Mich. He won first place and was awarded “AAPF Heavyweight Man’s Best Lifter.” He squatted 232.5 kg/512 lbs. He benched 172.5 kg/380 lbs. He deadlifted 290 kg/639 lbs. For a total of 695 kg/1,531, achieving best overall heavyweight.

Congratulations, Legolas!

Photo courtesy of Amanda Stewart.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.