2023 ISHOF Inductee Richard Sorin Speech 

Richard Sorin was inducted into the 2023 ISHOF.
Richard Sorin - Founder of Sorinex Exercise Equipment, Legend of Grip strength
Richard Sorin is a legend in the world of grip strength and the founder of Sorinex Exercise Equipment. He is widely regarded as one of the strongest men in the world and is credited as being one of the main pioneers of the sport of grip strength.
Sorin got his start in grip strength as a strength coach in the late 1970s and soon developed a passion for the sport. He began devising and building his own specialty equipment and founded Sorinex Exercise Equipment in 1984. The company quickly became one of the leading manufacturers of specialty strength equipment, and Sorin himself was largely credited with popularizing the long-neglected art of grip strength training.
Throughout his career, Sorin has won a number of national and international competitions, including the World Grip Championships, the World Masters, and the United States Strongman Championships. He is also a certified judge for the World’s Strongest Man competition, and has been inducted into multiple Hall of Fames for his contributions to the sport.
Richard Sorin is a true pioneer of grip strength training and one of the strongest men in the world. He has revolutionized the industry and is an inspiration to strength athletes all over the world.