powerlifting

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Still, Cillo made an immediate impact in the Lycoming weight room, where his powerlifting strength stunned his new teammates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

In 2020, inside the clang-and-clatter of Neshoba Central High’s powerlifting gym, Jarquez Hunter’s coach laid down a dare: squat 645 pounds on three counts.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2025

Broome said she was going to treat herself to pizza after winning her second consecutive Paralympic powerlifting bronze with a lift of 119kg.

From BBC • Sep. 5, 2024

When Crandall tore his meniscus in the lead-up to a recent powerlifting competition, he said people online blamed it on his veganism.

From Salon • Jul. 15, 2024

He turned his attention to powerlifting and won a silver medal in the European Championships in 2016, but football was his first love.

From BBC • May 16, 2024