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Weightlifting
⭐ MasteredWeightlifting is a sport where athletes lift heavy barbells overhead in set movements. Lifters are judged on technique as well as the weight lifted.
💡 Fun fact
Some weightlifters can lift several times their own body weight.
All about Weightlifting
Weightlifting is a sport where athletes lift heavy barbells overhead in set movements. Lifters are judged on technique as well as the weight lifted.
Some lifters can lift several times their own body weight.
Two main lifts are the snatch and the clean and jerk. Lifters are judged on whether they complete each lift correctly.
Weightlifters need strength, flexibility and technique. They are divided into weight classes so that athletes compete against others of a similar size.
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Real-life uses of Weightlifting
- Building strength safely
- Learning technique
- Competing in events
Frequently asked questions about Weightlifting
What do weightlifters lift?
Heavy barbells.
What is weightlifting judged on?
Technique and weight lifted.