I'm a recreational lifter streaming my training for accountability and to share my passion for strength sports. **What's your story?** I traded in an unhealthy relationship with video games for lifting weights, and as a result feel I've not just gotten bigger and stronger, but more control over my life and a better idea of how to pursue and achieve my goals. When I began lifting I was just over 140lbs at 6'5". Nearly a decade later, I have gained over 100lbs ([image link](https://www.instagram.com/p/Brs6SMZAqAz/)) and am far more capable of physical tasks, have more structure to my life and in general feel like a healthier person. I'm excited about Twitch's efforts to boost the Sports & Fitness category on the platform, so decided to try streaming my home gym workouts.

**Height** 6'5" **Age** 32 **Best Squat** 245.5kg (541lbs) **Best Bench** 140kg (308lbs) **Best Deadlift** 275kg (606lbs) **Competition History** [Link](https://www.openpowerlifting.org/u/peterspence) **Location/Accent** I moved to the US in 2016, but I'm originally from the UK. I now live in Maine. **Dogs** I have two samoyeds, Berne and Millie. They join me on stream from time to time. **Instagram** [Link](https://www.instagram.com/petespence/) **Twitter** [Link](https://twitter.com/pete_spence)

If you ever want to support me, rather than donate to me, I'd like you to help me support [GiveDirectly](https://www.givedirectly.org/) which delivers unconditional cash transfers to families living in poverty. It's one of the most effective non profits at helping to alleviate poverty, and is one of [GiveWell's Top Charities](https://www.givewell.org/charities/top-charities) based on how much additional good could be done by contributing to GiveDirectly. You can see how much we have raised for GiveDirectly at [my JustGiving fundraising page](https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/petespence4givedirectly).