Dustin McClure Virginia Strength and Power HoF inductee 2026

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Personal history:

Dustin McClure is an elite drug-free powerlifter and a dominant force in the 181 lb (82.5 kg) weight class. He is a renowned 5-time World Champion and a 5-time National Champion, capturing titles across the Open, Masters 1, Masters 2, and Law/Fire/Military brackets. Dustin has shattered multiple physical barriers, establishing 30 plus 365 Strong equipped World Records in the bench press and ranking #1 All-Time globally in the drug-tested multi-ply Masters division push-pull competition with a monumental 518.1 lb bench press. Proving his versatility across gear styles, his accolades also include a first-place finish at the 365 Strong NC State Championships with a respectable 1,146 lb full power total.

 

What led you to your sport:

Driven by a passion for physical excellence, Dustin's impact extends far beyond his personal records. As a dedicated combat veteran, firefighter, and military instructor, he has spent decades preparing tactical service athletes for real-world operational readiness. Committed to the integrity of a clean sport, Dustin serves as an active International Referee representing Virginia and shapes the sport's trajectory as a Consultant on the 365 Strong Executive Committee, Technical Committee, and Hall of Fame Committee. By managing critical infrastructure, including coordinating and co-designing the official Hall of Fame ring, Dustin embodies the elite performance, mentorship, and lifelong character celebrated by the Hall of Fame.

 

Achievements:

Hall of Fame Inductee 2022 for 365SWPF • Charlotte Eupora Games: Open & M/P/F Bench Champion, 90kg/198.4lb, Single-ply, 303.1lb Bench Press • Victory Cup Challenge: M/P/F Champion, 90kg/198.4lb, Single-ply, 407.8lb Bench Press • Eastern Regional Championship: Open & M/P/F Champion, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Single-ply Division 413.3lb Bench Press • 1st National Powerlifting Championship: Open & M/P/F Champion, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Single-ply Division 429.9lb Bench Press • World Powerlifting Championship: Open & M/P/F Champion, 75kg/165.3lb, Single-ply Division 407.8lb Bench Press • World Powerlifting Games: Open, Master’s, & M/P/F Champion, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Multiply Division 501.5lb Bench Press • 2nd National Championship: Open, Master’s, & M/P/F Champion, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Multiply Division 501.5lb Bench Press • Power in the Pines: Open, Master’s, & M/P/F Champion, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Multiply Division 518.1lb Bench Press and 440.9lb Deadlift • NC State Championship: Master’s & M/P/F Champion, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Single-ply Division 347.2lb Squat, 402.3lb Bench Press, and 396.8lb Deadlift

State, National and World Records:

Male Overall World Record Best of the Best, Overall Male Tested, and State records (NC & VA) within 365SWPF: • Open Category, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Multiply Division, 518lb Bench Press • Master’s Category, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Multiply Division, 518lb Bench Press • Master’s Category, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Multiply Division, 441lb Deadlift • 75kg/165.3lb, Single-Ply Division 408lb Bench Press • Male Submasters (35-39): 75kg/165.3lb, Single-ply Division 408lb Bench Press • Male Submasters (35-39): 82.5kg/181.8lb, Single-ply Division 408lb Bench Press • Master’s 1, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Multiply Division, 441lb Deadlift • Master’s 2, 82.5kg/181.8lb, Single-ply Division, 347lb Squat, 402lb Bench Press, and 1,146lb Total • M/P/F Division, both 75kg/165.3lb and 82.5kg/181.8lb weight classes, for the lifts above • North Carolina State records: 6 • Virginia State records: 13 • Various other state, regional, national, and international records throughout multiple weight classes.

Tells us about any other accomplishments.

I am a All-Conference and University record holder in both track and field and cross-country. Additionally, I am a former Guinness World Record holder for "the fastest 5K while wearing a 40lb. pack" with an official time of 20 min 6 sec set at Fort Benning, GA, USA, on 12 October 2008.

 

Other Activities:

I currently reside on the following committees within the 365 Strong World Powerlifting Federation: Executive Committee Technical Committee Hall of Fame Committee Chairman for the Hall of Fame Ring Design Committee

Author: By Strength and Power Hall of Fame Completed: no Created: Sat Sep 26 13:45:24 UTC 2026 | Last Updated: Sun Oct 04 15:51:03 UTC 2026