74-Year-Old Lakeland Grandmother Sets World Record in Deadlift

Nancy Georges's World Record Deadlift

• 🎯 At 74 years old, Nancy Georges has set a world record in the deadlift, demonstrating that strength has no age limit.
• 🏋️‍♀️ Competing in the World Association of Venturers and Deadlifters World Championship, she deadlifted 210 and 12 lbs, more than double her body weight.
• 🏆 This incredible feat earned her a world record in her specific age and weight group.

Journey into Powerlifting

• 🌱 Georges, a retired elementary school teacher, began weightlifting 16 years ago after being introduced through group fitness classes.
• 💡 What started as a way to stay active evolved into competitive powerlifting.
• 🤝 She highlights the supportive community within powerlifting, where strangers cheer each other on, regardless of the weight lifted.

Inspiring Dedication and Achievements

• 🏅 Georges has achieved multiple gold medals in senior competitions and was recently inducted into the APA Powerlifting Hall of Fame.
• 🌟 Her trainer, Ken Snell, describes her dedication as inspiring, with many gym members secretly following her progress.
• 👵 Beyond lifting, the grandmother of four enjoys sewing, quilting, and baking, proving that an active lifestyle can encompass many passions.
• 💪 Georges emphasizes the importance of weight training, stating, "It's good for you, and you're never too old. Strength is empowering."

Local Gym's Success

• 📍 Three other women from All-American Gym also set state records in November.