Chilean powerlifter Marina Castillo Pardo put on a clinic at the 2026 PLU American Pro on August 8th in Richmond, Virginia. Competing in the 67.5-kilogram weight class, Pardo showcased her elite squatting ability on the big stage. She delivered a stellar overall performance, capped off by an incredible 227.5-kilogram (501.6-pound) Raw Squat All-Time World Record.
Marina Castillo Pardo kicked her squat session off with a smooth 205-kilogram (451.9-pound) opener, which helped build momentum for her. Following a successful opening attempt, she then called for a 15-kilogram (33.1-pound) jump to 220 kilograms (485 pounds) on her second attempt. Pardo executed the lift cleanly, boosting her confidence ahead of the final record-breaking attempt.
For her third and final effort, Marina Castillo Pardo loaded 227.5 kilograms (501.6 pounds) onto the barbell. She then approached the monolift rack wearing a lifting belt and knee sleeves, clearly determined to set a new record. Pardo displayed immense strength and control as she sank the attempt to depth and locked it out to achieve her goal.
*Naomi Sheppard held the previous U67.5KG Raw Squat All-Time World Record of 227 kilograms (500.4 pounds). She set the record at the 2025 IPA Cincinnati Women’s Pro Am – Pro Day.
Watch Marina Castillo Pardo’s squat here:
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Marina Castillo Pardo Full Performance Breakdown
Marina Castillo Pardo delivered a flawless performance at the 2026 PLU American Pro Invitational, successfully hitting all nine of her attempts across the day. Weighing in officially at 63.5 kilograms (140 pounds), Pardo secured second place overall in the division with a 557.5-kilogram (1,229.1-pound) Total and a 596.73 DOTS score.
Squat
- 205 kilograms (451.9 pounds)
- 220 kilograms (485 pounds)
- 227.5 kilograms (501.6 pounds) — U67.5KG Raw World Record
Bench Press
- 95 kilograms (209.4 pounds)
- 100 kilograms (220.5 pounds)
- 105 kilograms (231.5 pounds) — Competition PR
Deadlift
- 205 kilograms (451.9 pounds)
- 217.5 kilograms (479.5 pounds)
- 225 kilograms (496 pounds)
Total — 557.5 kilograms (1,229.1 pounds) — Competition PR
Marina Castillo Pardo has taken part in a total of nine sanctioned powerlifting competitions so far and has won eight of them. Her greatest achievements in the sport include the most recent Raw Squat All-Time World Record and her win at the 2026 ABS Pro. Moreover, Pardo also holds the Raw W/Wraps Squat All-Time World Record as well.
