TAILA STANDING TALL on the SOFTBALL MOUND
From The Richmond Sentinel, May 29th, 2019...
RICHMOND SENTINEL - SPORTS
Don Fennell
Published: May 29th, 2019 2;37 PM
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Taila Cranston is displaying her pitching prowess for two Richmond softball teams this season.Photo by Chung Chow |
Taila Cranston loves hanging out with friends, lounging around during the summer, and listening to the current wave of pop music. Oh, and she’s still stoked about having just attended her first-ever concert—starring one of the world’s top contemporary recording artists, Ariana Grande—with her dad.
In most respects then, a typical pre-teen. Except on the ball diamond.
Pitching for two teams this season, Cranston is like a hired gun from the days of the Old West or Jonah Hex from the DC Universe. And she relishes the opportunity to make her way to the pitching mound with the game on the line.
“I go where I am needed the most,” explains the 11-year-old, who is throwing this season for both the Tigers and Lions in the Richmond Girls Softball Association.
Already a five-year veteran in Richmond Girls Softball, Cranston is pitching perfect innings and winning games for both under-12 teams. At Richmond’s annual season-opening invitational tournament played at Steveston-London field, she was unanimously awarded MVP honours as a Tiger, after throwing a multi-strikeout shutout inning during a victory over the Vancouver Griffins. Then in the first post-tournament league game, she closed out a win over the Delta Dragons with three strikeouts on nine pitches for the Lions.
A multi-sport athlete, the Manoah Steves Elementary student also plays spring basketball and competes in track and field. It all makes for a busy, but enjoyable athletic schedule.
“I love pitching, and base running,” Cranston says. “I also like the team atmosphere and having a great time with the other girls.”
She doesn’t remember exactly why she began playing six years ago, except that her dad signed her up “thinking I would be good at a skilled sport like softball.”
“I like being really busy in the spring, and then taking the summer off,” Cranton says. “My main team is the Tigers, but sometimes both teams need a player or a pitcher. When you pitch, all you think about is getting the batter out no matter which team it is for.”
Her becoming a pitcher was a result of wanting to keep playing softball over the winter. She began attending the association’s winter pitching clinics taught by Rob Scott.
Reflective of her philosophy to “Play for your team, play for yourself, play for parents, but most of all for the little girl in the stands that wants to be just like you,” Cranston’s goals over the next couple of seasons are to become more consistent, and to play U14 softball.
“Also, to coach younger players just starting out with my dad.”
Explains her dad, Jody Cranston: “Both the Tigers and Lions are very enthusiastic and both practice quite a bit together. The girls are all really good friends and each have about four or five girls who want to pitch, which is quite unusual.”
While the teams play at the house level, Jody says he has seen teams at this level capable of playing rep ball. But many times the girls are playing multiple sports and can’t commit to the rep schedule.
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Double duty for Richmond Girls Softball Association pitcher
ranston sets record with win in Seattle
ranston sets record with win in Seattle
ranston sets record with win in Seattle
From The Richmond News, May 9th, 2019...
RICHMOND NEWS - SPORTS
Published: May 3rd, 2019 10:00 AM
It’s a busy start to the season on the ball diamond for Taila Cranston. The U12 Richmond Girls Softball Association pitcher is throwing perfect innings for not one but two teams. Like a gun for hire: the Richmond Tigers and Lions are benefiting from Cranston’s years of pitching experience and velocity. “I go where I am needed the most” said the 11-year-old who is already a five-year pitching veteran.
At RGSA’s annual U12 tournament at London Park last weekend, Cranston earned the Player of the Game MVP award unanimously after a pitching a multi strikeout shutout inning against Vancouver Griffins for the Tigers. Then, in the first post tournament league game, she closed the door on the Delta Dragons with a perfect inning — recording three strikeouts in the minimum nine pitches for the Richmond Lions. The Minoah Steeves Elementary School also plays spring basketball for a really busy but enjoyable athletic schedule.
Other highlights from last weekend’s tournament included Erica Hsieh, Maylyn Zhang batting .600, and multiple runs saved by Chloe Wilson for the Lions. On the Tigers, Asia Sovde was on fire at pitching while Ashley Barstow made an outstanding double play at second which saved the game. Catcher Kamiya Hayre limited stolen bases to a minimum even throwing some outs at third.
( Taila Cranston / Pitching Ace ).
( RGSA / Girls Softball / Tigers, Lions ).
Cranston Rock Solid in Feats of Strength
From The Richmond Sentinel, August 29th, 2018...
RICHMOND SENTINEL - SPORTS
Don Fennell
Published: August 29th, 2018 10:07 AM
Jody Cranston simply refuses to rest on his laurels.
Two years ago he was recognized at the annual Richmond Sports Awards as the 2016 Master Athlete of the Year. That honour simply further fuelled his motivation. Recently, the distinguished local powerlifter tried his hand at another feat of strength: throwing stones. Literally.
“I love competing and challenging myself,” Cranston explains. “I think that all started when I set goals to meet my early powerlifting years back. It always feels great to set a goal and meet it.”
So he signed on to represent Richmond at the 22nd Amateur Athletic Union-sanctioned Feats of Strength contest at Alki Beach in Seattle. He came away having set a Canadian masters record in the 72-pound stone throw event. Competing in the 198-pound division, he threw the stone 11.75 feet.
“I took about a year to work on the technique,” says Cranston, adding trying to keep up with his 11-year-old daughter Taila and all her sports and activities helps too.
He also extends credit to his coach Gary Fee.
“Stone throwing and the track and field throws are gaining in popularity,” Cranston says. “It is great to be able to include outdoor training (an all-year initiative) to the indoor weight, power and gym training.”
Owner of Connection: Corporate Health, a fitness centre in Vancouver since 2011, Cranston began Powershape Personal Training in 1997. He is also a partner in Oranj Fitness with locations from B.C. to Ontario.
Cranston won gold in powerlifting at the BC Winter Games and set the provincial weight throw record for masters-aged (45 years and older) athletes. He’s also excelled at the bench press, with a best deadlift of 590 pounds.
The first-place finish in the stone throw qualifies Cranston for the AAU world championships in Las Vegas this fall.
His advice to others: “Whether it is stone throwing, powerlifting or any sport for that matter, find something you enjoy doing and put in the work. There is no down side to this.”
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( Jody Cranston / AAU ).
( Jody Cranston / Stone Throw).
PANTHERS WRAP UP STELLAR SEASON WITH FIRST PLACE FINISH - RICHMOND GIRLS SOFTBALL TEAM LOST JUST TWO IN 18 GAMES
From The Richmond News, June 22nd 2018...
RICHMOND NEWS - SPORTS
Published: June 22nd, 2018 10;00 AM
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U12 Richmond Panthers girls softball team enjoyed a terrific season. |
The Richmond Panthers U12 girls softball team wrapped up a stellar season Wednesday night by winning their league with a 14-2-2 record.
Consistent power hitting and aggressive base running were a big part of the team’s winning play. The pitching duo of Aleeza Berger and Taila Cranston were a great combination with fast and accurate work all season long.
Kamiya Hayre, Jorja Jordan and Elia Sparling shared the catching duties with plenty of put outs at home plate and throwing out base runners. The rest of the team showed their versatility playing both infield and outfield roles with equal success.
“It is amazing how well these girls did this year" said head coach Jody Cranston. "Especially when you consider that it is the first year they all played together. (Assistant) Gary Louis was great to work with and the parents support was awesome!"
The 2018 Richmond Panthers team also includes: Ashley Barstow, Emilie Snowdon, Emma Jordan, Genevieve Louis, Hannah Nickerson, Jessica Lilge, and Klaire Grayson.
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From The Richmond News, May 17th, 2018...
RICHMOND NEWS - KUDOS
Published: May 17th, 2018 02:45 AM
The Richmond Panthers - Girls Under 12 Softball Team is undefeated at five wins and zero losses "with stellar pitching and timely hitting." The team is made up of: Head coach Jody Cranston, Assistant Coach Gary Louis and players: Aleeza Berger, Ashley Barstow, Devyn Scott, Emilie Snowdon, Emma Jordan, Genevieve Louis, Hannah Nickerson, Jessica Lilge, Jorja Jordan, Kamiya Hayre, Nina Scott, Taila Cranston and Klaire Grayson.
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© Copyright 2015 - Richmond News
From The Richmond Sentinel, April 20th, 2018...
RICHMOND SENTINEL - SPORTS
Published: April 20th, 2018 01:47 PM
Don Fennell Apr-20-2018
Taila Cranston struck out the side in order last weekend as the Richmond Panthers capped a 17-7 win over North Delta to remain undefeated.
The young pitching ace sat down all three batters she faced in the under-12 girls’ softball game, earning Richmond its second consecutive victory of the season.
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Coached by Taila’s dad Jody, with assistance from Gary Louis, the Panthers are enjoying their first time playing together. This follows two months of indoor and outdoor training.
Playing an aggressive style of base running, the Panthers are elated with their early success. And Cranston is impressed by how quickly they are learning.
“These girls learn fast and they love running the bases. Aggressive and fast is a really great combination." says Cranston.
Aleeza Berger started the game on the mound for the Panthers during their victory at North Delta. She formed a strong battery with catcher Kamiya Hayre.
The Panthers are looking forward to participating in a tournament April 27 to 29 at Steveston/London Park. The season runs until mid-July.
The 2018 Panthers consist of: Aleeza Berger, Ashley Barstow, Devyn Scott, Emilie Snowdon, Emma Jordan, Genevieve Louis, Hannah Nickerson, Jessica Lilge, Jorja Jordan, Kamiya Hayre, Nina Scott and Taila Cranston.
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© Copyright 2015 - Richmond News
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( Softball / Pitching ).
Over 250,000 fitness professionals and 10,000 clubs from over 80 countries look to IDEA to make their passion their business. They are the world's leading organization for fitness and wellness professionals and work to deliver unparalleled success tools to fitness professionals and clubs
ARTICLE TITLE:
Green Fitness Facilities: Healthy Bodies, Healthy World
What does it take to be environmentally friendly, and what can you do today to make an impact?
ARTICLE AUTHOR:
Cathie Ericson
ARTICLE PORTION:
Green Inspiration From Across the Nation
There are many shades of green, and the truth is, every little bit counts. We heard from gym owners from coast to coast on how they are reducing their footprint, a little or a lot!
Jody Cranston, owner of Connection: Corporate Health in Vancouver, British Columbia, advocates something as simple as putting the recycling bin right next to the garbage can. “Many times recyclables can wind up in the garbage if the recycling bin is hard to find.”
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( Jody Cranston / Media ).
( Connection Corporate / Media ).
From The Richmond News, May 11, 2016...
RICHMOND NEWS - SPORTS
Published: May 11, 2016 08:47 PM
Jody Cranston (athletics, Greyhounds Track and Field Club)
Each spring the Richmond sports community holds a banquet to recognize outstanding individual and team achievement in local sport. Overseen by the Richmond Sports Council, the program recognizes athletic excellence, leadership and contribution in the past 12 months and beyond. The 17th Annual Awards Dinner and Ceremony was held on Thursday May 5th 2016. 6.00 pm at McMath School, 4251 Garry St, Richmond.
( Winner / 2015 ).
( Athletics ).
From The Richmond News, April 21, 2016...
RICHMOND NEWS - SPORTS
Published: April 21, 2016 08:47 PM
The finalists have been announced for the 17th annual Richmond Sports Awards.
Jody Cranston (athletics, Greyhounds Track and Field Club)
Overseen by the Richmond Sports Council, the program recognizes athletic excellence, leadership and contribution in the past 12 months and beyond.
( Finalist / 2016 ).
( Weight Throw ).
ranston sets record with win in Seattle
ranston sets record with win in Seattle
ranston sets record with win in Seattle
From The Richmond News, June 13th, 2015...
RICHMOND NEWS - SPORTS
Published: June 13th, 2015 8:23 AM
Richmond resident and strength competitor Jody Cranston captured the Super Weight Throw event at the Seattle Parks Track and Field Championships on the weekend.
Cranston, who competes for the Greyhounds Track and Field Club and is coached by Dave McDonald, set a new provincial 45-50 age group Super Weight Throw record by throwing the 56 pound implement 20 feet at the USA Track and Field sanctioned event.
© Copyright 2015 - Richmond News
( Jody Cranston / Richmond News ).
( Track and Field / Super Weight ).
From The Richmond Review, June 10th, 2015...
RICHMOND REVIEW - SPORTS
Published: June 10th, 2015 9:00 AM
Richmond resident and strength competitor Jody Cranston earned a new provincial mark while taking first place in the Super Weight Throw event at the Seattle Parks Track and Field Championships on the weekend.
Cranston, who competes for the Greyhounds Track and Field Club and is coached by Dave McDonald, set the provincial 45-50 Super Weight Throw record by throwing the 56-pound implement 20 feet at the USA Track and Field-sanctioned event.
© Copyright 2015 - Richmond Review
( Jody Cranston / Richmond Review ).
( Track and Field / Super Weight ).
From The Richmond Review, February 20th, 2015...
RICHMOND REVIEW KUDOS
Published: February 20, 2015 9:00 AM
Cranston, who competes for the Greyhounds Track and Field Club and is coached by Dave McDonald, set the BC Provincial 45-50 Weight Throw record by throwing the 35 pound implement 29 feet at the BC Athletics Association sanctioned event.
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( Jody Cranston / Richmond Review ).
( Son Ngo / Photo ).
ARTICLE TITLE:
Why Celebrity Post-Pregnancy Weight-Loss Stories Suck
Because there are no miracles, just hard work (and personal chefs).
ARTICLE WRITER: Danielle Cheesman.
ARTICLE PORTION:
Us Weekly applauded Beyonce for doing it in five months; People magazine praised Jennifer Hudson for doing it in just two. Finally, the ladies had lost that godforsaken baby weight—60 and 35 pounds, respectively—gained during their pregnancies (and rightfully so damnit - though tabloids would have you believe it a burden to keep the packed-on pounds for even a few weeks after).
Jody Cranston, owner of fitness center Connection: Corporate Health in Vancouver, kept it simple. "Stick to the basics that work: diet and nutrition, and cardio and resistance training four times a week."
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Pre Election coverage on Global Vancouver Early News. May 13th. 2013.
The next day The BC Liberals scored a major upset Majority Government.
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"TAILA and THE HOCKEY LEGENDS"
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| RICHMOND REVIEW NEWSPAPER Father and daughter Jody and Taila Cranston got to meet hockey legends Marcel Dionne, Dennis Hull, Johnny Bower, Gordie Howe and Bobby Hull at River Rock for Gordie Howe's 85th birthday celebration. |
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Richmond Review Newspaper, Friday March 8th. 2013.
( Jody Cranston / Taila Cranston ).
( River Rock / Hockey Legends ).
With the help of health and lifestyle experts, we've found 40 things you can do to shake things up and try something new in the areas of fitness, nutrition, dental care, relaxation, beauty treatments and alternative approaches. Try one, two or several of them to feel refreshed, renewed, happy and healthy going into 2013.
3. Make a Small Time Commitment
"Three times a week for 45 minutes to an hour will make a huge difference to someone's quality of life."
Jody Cranston, Connection: Corporate Health
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To view a copy of Valley Lifestyles Magazine click HERE.
( Jody Cranston / Mainstream Media ).
( Jody Cranston / Valley Lifestyle Magazine Quote ).
From The Richmond Review, Friday October 19th, 2012...CRANSTON EARNS TOP MARKS
Published: October 18, 2012 2:00 PM
Cranston, 42, bench pressed 363 pounds and deadlifted 573 pounds. His body weight is 186 pounds.
Cranston, who owns a Fitness Studio in Vancouver, has represented Richmond at lifting tournaments since he started competing in 1994.
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Vancouver Sun, Monday September 17th, 2012...Keeping track
Events, people on the move, new businesses, good works.
OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Name: Connection: Corporate Health
Owners: Jody Cranston, Danny Peart, Carl Ljungberg
Location: HSBC Building, 885 W. Georgia St., Vancouver
Phone: 604-831-1939
Email: info@connectionhealth.ca
Web: www.connectionhealth.ca
Description: A full-service fitness facility with personal trainers.
Opened: 2012
© Copyright (c) The Vancouver Sun
( Jody Cranston / The Vancouver Sun Newspaper ).
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Province, Monday April 23rd, 2012...ON THE MOVE
THIS WEEK APRIL 23 TO APRIL 30
© Copyright (c) The Province.
( Jody Cranston / The Province Newspaper ).
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Vancouver Sun, Monday April 16th, 2012...Keeping track
Events, people on the move, new businesses, good works
THIS WEEK APRIL 17 TO APRIL 23
Feel the pulse of business with The Vancouver Sun Business BC's Monday morning briefing.
MOVES PERSONNEL CHANGES
© Copyright (c) The Vancouver Sun.
( Jody Cranston / The Vancouver Sun Newspaper ).
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Guinness World Records Ltd. States that: "Metro is the worlds largest international newspaper with 70 editions published in 93 cities, 21 countries and 19 languages across Europe, North/South America and Asia attracting an audience of over 18.5 million daily readers."
To view this article in its original format click HERE.
TOP 5 PERSONAL TRAINERS
RECOMMENDED BY METRO READERS
JODY CRANSTON
"He is great at what he does and is one of the most enthusiastic people I know, which is so important when you are working towards any goal."
GRANT ROWE
"I started training with Grant about a year ago and the change in my looks and how I feel has been a night and day difference."
ERIN GUPPY
"She will design a fitness program that works for you."
KENNY MUIR
"He puts me through an incredibly challenging workout yet I feel safe and never been injured or relapsed once under his care."
PATTI BISHOP
"Patti is professional, fun and listens to her clients needs."
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
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POWERLIFTING USA MAGAZINE is considered the " Bible of Powerlifting " and is available at bookstores and newsstands the world over. ~Great Northern Bench Press and Dead Lift Championships~
" Venue: Red Lion Hotel, Olympia Washington. The event had 104 lifters from Idaho, Canada, Oregon and Washington. In the deadlift, Jody Cranston of Canada set a national record 573 lbs. in 40-46/181. Jody is a personal trainer and has about 50 clients. "
( Quote in Powerlifting USA. As reprinted from March/2010 issue ).
( Jody Cranston / Media / Magazine ).
TEAM CANADA at the USAPL Pacific Open included (left to right) Mark Vezina, Robert O.Smith, Nancy Carpenter and Jody Cranston. (thanks to Robert O.Smith for providing us this photograph).( As reprinted from Powerlifting USA Magazine March/2007 ).
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
Friday September 2/05 cover of UrbanTrendz.
( Jody Cranston Media ).
( Reprinted from Monster Muscle Magazine Oct 2003 ).
( Jody Cranston Media ).
Melissa Dahl wrote an excellent article about "Gym Injuries" on MSNBC.COM. It was very exciting to see that she used a quote from me for this piece from a telephone interview that we did. MSNBC.COM is the #1 internet news site in United States, with 37.2 million unique visitors a month (yahoo!News is second). I owe a huge "thank you" to Shawn Taylor of Shawn Taylor Photography for recomending me for this article. Below are my quotes from this piece, click HERE to read the article in its entirety.
So if health club newcomers are a little wary during their first few workouts, they have good reason.
“It can be, when you’re starting out, a huge, scary experience,” says Jody Cranston, a personal trainer in Vancouver, B.C. “You’ve got all this heavy equipment, these huge, heavy weights that almost seem like they’re flying around the room.”
In Cranston's 13 years of being a personal trainer, he’s seen his share of trips and falls — once, he even watched a gym newbie do a complete cartwheel before falling off a treadmill.
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Richmond Review, Wednesday August 28, 2009...
NEW MASTER DEADLIFT RECORD FOR JODY CRANSTON
Richmond's Jody Cranston was a double winner in the 181 pound division at the WABDL Great Northern Bench Press and Deadlift Championships" in Olympia, Wash. on the weekend.
Cranston, who weighted 178 pounds, set the WABDL (World Association Bench Press and Deadlifters) Canadian masters class record by lifting 574 pounds, well over triple his bodyweight.
The lifetime Richmond resident secured a second first-place award by bench pressing 358 pounds, double his bodyweight.
"I am very happy with these lifts and plan to keep training hard so I can lift even more in the future", said Cranston.
These Victories qualify Cranston for The WABDL World Championships in Reno Nevada October 30th.
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Richmond News, Wednesday September 9th, 2009...RECORD LIFTS FOR CRANSTON
Richmond News
Published: Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Richmond's Jody Cranston produced a pair of first place finishes in the 181 lb weight class at the World Association Bench Press and Deadlifters Great Northern Bench Press and Deadlift Championships.
Cranston set the WABDL Canadian Masters class deadlift record by lifting 574 lbs. -- well over triple his bodyweight of 178 lbs.
The lifetime drug-free Richmond resident secured a second first place award by bench pressing 358 lbs.
"I am very happy with these lifts and plan to keep training hard so I can lift even more in the future," said Cranston.
The victories qualify Cranston for The WABDL World Championships in Reno Oct. 30.
© Richmond News 2009
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Vancouver Sun, Saturday September 5, 2009...ATHLETE OF THE WEEK
JODY CRANSTONThe Vancouver resident won two titles last weekend at the World Association Bench Press and Deadlifters Great Northern Bench Press and Deadlift Championships in Olympia, Wash. Competing in the 181-pound division, Cranston, set the WABDL Canadian master class deadlift record by lifting 574 pounds.
The personal trainer won the bench press title by lifting 358 pounds. These wins qualified Cranston for the WABDL world championships in Reno, Nevada Oct. 30. "I plan to keep training hard so I can lift even more in the future," said Cranston.
© Copyright (c) The Vancouver Sun
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From the Richmond Review...
Cranston sets new powerlifting standard
Richmond's Jody Cranston set a WABDL Canadian Bench Press powerlifting record last weekend in Olympia, Washington .
The personal trainer pressed 358 pounds (twice his bodyweight) to earn first-place honours in his [181]-pound weight class.
Cranston was also victorious in the dead-lift portion of the tournament which qualifies him for the world championship to be held in Reno, Nevada this November.
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Richmond News, Wednesday July 27,2004...NEW RECORD FOR CRANSTON
Richmond's Jody Cranston set a new WABDL Canadian Sub-Master Record for the Deadlift at a powerlifting meet in Tacoma, Wa. last weekend.
The 34-year-old Owner of Powershape Personal Training successfully lifted 585 lbs. at a body weight of 176 lbs. The lift also earned him the best overall trophy beating out all the other competitors at the event.
"I'm very satisfied with my training and this accomplishment", said Cranston, who has established several WABDL Canadian Records at different weight classes in his career.
"I can't wait to see what I do at my next meets."
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
From The Richmond News, Friday October 24, 2008...NEW LIFT RECORD FOR CRANSTON.
Richmond's Jody Cranston set the World Association of Benchers and Deadlifters' Canadian Bench Press Record for his division at the third annual Pacific Open Powerlifting Contest in Olympia Wa.
Cranston pressed 375 pounds to win the 181 lb. division--well over double his bodyweight.
The victory qualifies him to represent Canada at WABDL World Championships in Las Vegas on Nov.22.
( Jody Cranston / Media ).
It takes a whole village to raise a champ.Darren Darby's corner is just as essential to his title-shot hopes as his fists; and both are growing day by day.
By Steve Ewen, The Province
Darren Darby (centre) has a huge support network. From left, Jody Cranston (powerlifter and personal trainer), Jason Fenton (kick boxer), Paul Forde (MMA fighter), Barbara Barley (runs Sports Central Gym, where Darby does much of training), wife Denise Darby with children Kaden, Ethan, and Max, and Dr. Kris Bentz (naturopath).Photograph by: Gerry Kahrmann, The Province.
Boxer Darren Darby checks out the technique of his youngest son, Ethan, during training for Friday's Rumble at the Rock. Darby is on the undercard.Photograph by: Gerry Kahrmann, The Province.
Click HERE to read the entire article from The Province Newspaper Sports Section, Sunday June 14th 2009.
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From the North Shore News, Sunday March 26, 2006...A brush with Fame: Centennial Theatre pumps up the volume with bodybuilding event
Jody Cranston is ready to lift until his legs bleed and his eyes pop out.
Of course he's exaggerating a bit, but the Canadian powerlifting record holder is set to grin and bear it when he tries to set a new powerlifting record at Fame West -- a figure, fitness, model and bodybuilding competition that comes to North Vancouver's Centennial Theatre April 1.
For the third consecutive year, the body beautiful has its prime showcase event here on the North Shore. Cranston, who has been powerlifting since 1993, will be one of the show's special performances. There's no question that
Cranston knows what he's doing, with past personal bests that include deadlifting a barbell weighing 520 pounds at a 144-lb body weight and 590 lbs at a 164-lb body weight. At the show, Cranston will be attempting to do as many repetitions as possible lifting a 500-lb weight. Last fall, Cranston successfully did 20 reps of 400 lb. ...
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( Jody Cranston / Media ).
( CONNECTION: CORPORATE HEALTH / MEDIA ).
