More than 30 years of lifting, the McDonough County resident has been to the biggest of powerlifting stages - and still continues to make strides there.
You were first shown the success of powerlifting in McDonough County when you met world champion John Wrenn weeks ago. Yet perhaps an even more intriguing story is the one behind the person who got him started in the gym.
To hear Judy Gedney's story, click above.