Doug Young (August 21, 1944 – October 7, 2005) was an American national and world powerlifting champion multiple times throughout his career while competing in the 242 lb.
[1] He posted a 1,956 pound total (699 lb.
[2] Doug is credited with benching 612 pounds in 1978 while wearing just a T-shirt.
[3] American football offensive guard Bob Young was his older brother.
On October 7, 2005, in Abilene, Texas, Doug suffered a massive heart attack and died instantly.