As Co-owner of Kabuki Strength and The Lab, Rudy is an active competitive powerlifter. Since beginning his powerlifting career twelve years ago at age 55 he has set 25 American and 24 World records. He has been referred to by his business partner at Kabuki Strength, Chris Duffin , as ”the strongest 60+ year old drug-free powerlifter in the world”.

At KSL, Rudy actively mentors and coaches members on goal-setting, mental preparation and powerlifting technique. In addition, Rudy serves as the Oregon State Chairperson for
the American Powerlifting Association.