Hampton Morris Sets America’s First Senior Men’s Weightlifting World Record in 50 Years
American weightlifter Hampton Morris made history on Apr. 2, 2024, during the 2024 IWF World Cup in Phuket, Thailand. Morris, 20, put the United States back into the Senior world record books for the first time in over 50 years when he clean & jerked 176 kilograms (388 pounds) in the 61-kilogram weight class. This […]
Weightlifter Ri Song Gum (49KG) Sets 221KG Total World Record at 2024 IWF World Cup
North Korean weightlifters may not be eligible for the 2024 Olympic Games, but that isn’t stopping the People’s Republic from rewriting the record books. On Apr. 1, 2024, during the Women’s 49-kilogram event at the 2024 IWF World Cup, Ri Song Gum did just that. Gum, the world record holder in the clean & jerk, […]
Weightlifter Hou Zhihui (49KG) Sets 97KG Snatch World Record at 2024 IWF World Cup
Team China is in top form. With only a few short months until the 2024 Paris Olympics, the most dominant weightlifting team in the world — thanks to athletes like 49-kilogram Hou Zhihui — is putting on a show at the 2024 IWF World Cup. Zhihui set a new world record in the snatch of […]
Weightlifter Won Hyon Sim (45KG) Sets Triple World Records at 2024 IWF World Cup
Things started off with a bang at the 2024 International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) World Cup, thanks to weightlifter Won Hyon Sim. Sim, the inaugural world record holder in the Women’s 45-kilogram category, further cemented her dominance in the featherweight division when she set three new world records in a row. This year’s World Cup, held […]
2024 IWF World Cup Results
For many of the world’s best weightlifters, this is the final attempt. The 2024 International Weightlifting Federation’s (IWF) World Cup, which runs from Mar. 31 to Apr. 11, is the final qualification opportunity for any athlete who wishes to secure their Olympic dreams in Paris this summer. This year’s Cup, held in Phuket, Thailand, will […]
Running Trails San Diego
Explore the runner’s paradise, where a variety of gyms in San Diego and gym memberships complement the prevalent fitness culture of the city. Filled with stunning landscapes, San Diego is the perfect haven for those seeking the best running trails. Known for its runner-friendly atmosphere, this city beautifully combines coastal beauty with urban charm, offering […]
1047 Pound Squat DOUBLE! (And Nick Walker Is Back) — Strength Weekly 3/29
Strength Weekly is bringing you all the news from around the barbell game. This week, we’re covering: Zahir Khudayarov Squats a 475-Kilogram Double In Wraps Nick Walker’s Post Hamstring Tear Leg Training 9 Weeks Out From the 2024 New York Pro 2024 HYROX Houston Results — Kristi O’Connell Wins In Her Debut Russel Orhii (83KG) […]
Opinion: The Sport of Weightlifting Sucks to Watch in 2024
By the numbers, weightlifting is thriving: The 2023 World Weightlifting Championships hosted more competitors than in any year prior. A few weeks after that, Bulgarian prodigy Karlos Nasar set social media ablaze with his 223-kilogram clean & jerk world record at the IWF Grand Prix II. An Instagram post documenting the lift has since racked […]
Denver Outdoor Activities
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Denver Running Trails
Nestled in Denver, famously known as the Mile-High City, you’ll discover a haven for outdoor enthusiasts beyond its towering mountain peaks. This guide is your key to unveiling premier running trails that wind through the captivating landscapes of Colorado. Denver transforms running into an immersive journey, where the thrill of exercise converges with breathtaking views […]