Carlos Castillo
Carlos Castillo
IPF Open Classic World Championship
2026 - 66kg - 7th
Canada Powerlifting Open Classic National Championship
2026 - 66kg - Gold
2025 - 66kg - Gold
2024 - 66kg - Silver
Best Lifts
Classic Squat - 235kg
Classic Bench Press - 155kg
Classic Deadlift - 290kg
Classic Total - 672.5kg
Biography
I have been competing in powerlifting for 4 years as of April 2026. I Initially got into powerlifting because of friends that I used to go to the gym with back in high school. They got me to try out barbell movements and I haven't looked back since!
My biggest accomplishments so far are winning 2025 NAPFs and qualifying for 2026 Open Worlds.
I currently train out of Evolve Strength South in Edmonton, it's easily the best community and training space in the city. My current coach is Mr. Sean Noriega aka @hamstringpapi.
What is your favourite lifting memory?
It's a bit of recency bias but pulling for the win at 2026 Nationals after a rocky start to my day! Pure willpower and grit lead me to the W on the day.
What is one piece of advice you have for up and coming athletes getting into strength training or strength sport?
Get a coach for sure. Any athlete can benefit from a second set of eyes to ensure they're consistently working towards any goals they've set out for themselves.
What is your favourite lift or event?
Deadlifts without a doubt.
What is your favourite product and why?
10mm Belt
It is easily the most versatile piece of equipment that SBD has to offer. You can use it for all 3 lifts and even accessories!
What 3 other items are your go to and why?
Powerlifting Knee Sleeves
Flexible Large Wrist Wraps
Lifting Straps
I personally would not be able to do what I do without these 3 items, whether it's pushing my accessories to the absolute max or for my SBD, I never enter the gym without them.
What colourway is your favourite and why?
Phantom
You can't go wrong with all black!
Why do you believe SBD is the gear all athletes should use?
There is a reason why the best powerlifters in the world primarily use SBD. Quality is everything when you compete in a sport that requires you to test the limits of human capabilities.
Why do you believe in working with SBD Canada as a Sponsored Athlete?
SBD Canada has transformed the landscape within the country. They have consistently supported the top athletes across the nation along with still sponsoring local, provincial, and regional level meets! It is a bit of a no brainer to work with a company that gives so much to the community!
