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

Lily Churchyard, from Ipswich, took up powerlifting three years ago and has two world records to her name, as well as 24 British records.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 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

So Sam turned to a crowdfunding website in March 2023 and, in part due to support from the powerlifting community, their target was reached in just five weeks and she had surgery that September.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2024