“There is plenty of good information available online and at bookstores for anyone who wishes to get involved in powerlifting.”

“But as a 45-year-old who began serious powerlifting training at 41, she's a downright phenomenon.”

“Once she began lifting weights consistently, she naturally gravitated to competitive powerlifting.”

“One dancer slings his willowy partner over his back, mistimes the weight shift and staggers like a powerlifter pressing a half-ton barbell.”

“If you want to be a powerlifter, then there are specific training regimens you can follow to increase your poundage for your bench, squat and deadlift.”

“He actually competed as a powerlifter before switching to bodybuilding, and squats, deadlifts and benches are still staples of his training routine.”