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Weightlifting is the ultimate test of raw strength. Let's start with the fact that Emily is a European Champion. 2 golds and a silver for Britain back in April, her 276kg total set a new European and Commonwealth record. I love Emily's story. She had started in athletic hammer and shot at national level. And picked up weightlifting 5 and a bit years ago in order to get er body in better condition for her athletics. Now she's competing for Great Britain at the OIympics. And by the way, as the first women in Team GB in the Super Heavyweight category. A phenomenal athlete!
By Immy BarclayWeightlifting is the ultimate test of raw strength. Let's start with the fact that Emily is a European Champion. 2 golds and a silver for Britain back in April, her 276kg total set a new European and Commonwealth record. I love Emily's story. She had started in athletic hammer and shot at national level. And picked up weightlifting 5 and a bit years ago in order to get er body in better condition for her athletics. Now she's competing for Great Britain at the OIympics. And by the way, as the first women in Team GB in the Super Heavyweight category. A phenomenal athlete!