KC Mitchell
KC Mitchell is an American powerlifter and former soldier. He is the first amputee to compete for a national powerlifting title.
He was wounded while serving with the U.S Army in Afghanistan in Kandahar province.
On April 3, 2010, he was on a mounted night patrol, when the vehicle he was in struck an explosive device. He sustained extensive injuries that required his left leg to be amputated. He required 44 surgeries as a result of this injuries, he suffered with painkiller addiction, alcoholism and depression during his recovery.
In January 2017, he competed in the USPA American Cup Los Angeles.
Personal records
; Powerlifting Competition Recordsdone in official Powerlifting full meets
- Squat – 197.5 kg
- Bench press – 202 kg
- Deadlift – 272.5 kg
- Total – 662.5 kg