Raw Squat Records - Women
All-time raw squat records for women, ranked by weight lifted across all weight classes and federations.
The all-time raw squat world record for women is 321.5 kg, set by Sonita Muluh at World Classic Powerlifting Championships on Jun 13, 2026. Source: OpenPowerlifting competition results.
Top 20 All-Time
| Rank | Athlete | Squat | Bodyweight | Weight Class | Meet | Date | DOTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sonita Muluh | 321.5 kg | - | 84+ kg | World Classic Powerlifting Championships | Jun 13, 2026 | - |
| 2 | Tamara Walcott | 307.0 kg | - | 140 kg | Barbell Brothers Battle of the Beasts | May 3, 2025 | - |
| 3 | Tamara Walcott | 295.0 kg | - | 140+ kg | Ghost Clash 4 - Pro Day | Apr 13, 2025 | - |
| 4 | Kristy Hawkins | 290.0 kg | - | 82.5 kg | King and Queen of the Platform 5 | Dec 6, 2025 | - |
| 5 | Kristy Hawkins | 282.5 kg | - | 75 kg | Spring Warrior | Mar 15, 2025 | - |
| 6 | Samantha Rice | 282.5 kg | - | 90 kg | King and Queen of the Platform 5 | Dec 6, 2025 | - |
| 7 | April Mathis | 279.0 kg | - | 90+ kg | Southern States | Oct 29, 2011 | - |
| 8 | Alexis Jones | 276.5 kg | - | 100+ kg | Raw Nationals | Sep 14, 2023 | - |
| 9 | Chelsea Tapoof | 272.5 kg | - | 110+ kg | Drug Tested FitCon Open | May 12, 2023 | - |
| 10 | Marissa Wilson | 265.0 kg | - | 110 kg | American Pro | Jul 29, 2022 | - |
| 11 | Carina Davis | 260.0 kg | - | 125 kg | FQ Classic 2 | May 1, 2022 | - |
| 12 | Amanda Lawrence | 256.0 kg | - | 84 kg | Gainsgiving Open | Nov 21, 2020 | - |
| 13 | Naz Salman | 252.5 kg | - | 100 kg | POWER SURGE PRO/AM IX | Sep 13, 2025 | - |
| 14 | Chiara Morante | 240.0 kg | - | 69+ kg | Rising Showdown | Apr 4, 2026 | - |
| 15 | Cranon Worford | 240.0 kg | - | 76 kg | Open Nationals | Mar 5, 2026 | - |
| 16 | Hunter Henderson | 235.0 kg | - | 67.5+ kg | Apeman Elite Open | Oct 19, 2019 | - |
| 17 | K. Paschenko | 235.0 kg | - | 93 kg | Kazakhstan Classic Powerlifting Championship | Oct 2, 2017 | - |
| 18 | Marianna Gasparyan | 230.5 kg | - | 60 kg | Nikolai Kagansky Memorial Cup | Jul 11, 2026 | - |
| 19 | Naomi Sheppard | 227.0 kg | - | 67.5 kg | Cincinnati Women's Pro Am - Pro Day | Mar 23, 2025 | - |
| 20 | Carola Garra | 227.0 kg | - | 69 kg | World Classic Powerlifting Championships | Jun 13, 2026 | - |
Record by Weight Class
The raw squat record holder in every women's weight class.
Record Progression History
How the all-time raw squat record has progressed over time.
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Records Over Time
raw squat records for women by year.
| Year | Squat Record |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 87.5 kg |
| 2011 | 185.0 kg |
| 2012 | 192.5 kg |
| 2013 | 230.0 kg |
| 2014 | 242.5 kg |
| 2015 | 265.0 kg |
| 2016 | 272.5 kg |
| 2017 | 273.0 kg |
| 2018 | 273.0 kg |
| 2019 | 257.5 kg |
| 2020 | 260.0 kg |
| 2021 | 276.0 kg |
| 2022 | 273.5 kg |
| 2023 | 289.0 kg |
| 2024 | 311.0 kg |
| 2025 | 318.0 kg |
| 2026 | 321.5 kg |
About Raw Squat Records
The raw squat has been one of the most closely watched record categories in competitive powerlifting. The squat is the first lift contested in a powerlifting meet and sets the tone for the entire competition. Record-breaking squats require not just raw leg and hip strength, but exceptional core stability, mobility, and the mental fortitude to stand up under crushing loads.
Raw squat records have grown significantly since the raw division became formally recognized in most federations around 2010. As more elite lifters have shifted to raw competition, records have been pushed to levels that were previously thought impossible without supportive equipment. The current generation of raw lifters benefits from better programming, nutrition science, and competition opportunities than any previous era.
Want to see how your squat compares? Use our percentile calculator to see where you rank among all competition lifters, or visit the strength standards page for a detailed breakdown by weight class. View all record categories on the records overview.