Age is just a number for Lorraine More (66), who has won a gold medal for India by lifting 165kgs in the ongoing Asian Classic and Equipped powerlifting and bench press championship, in Istanbul, Turkey in the masters 3 category (60-69 age group), reported Hindustan Times. The aim on how to keep bone density issues away after the age of 60 brought More, to the world of powerlifting – a journey beginning with lifting tiny two-kilogram dumbbells at her home, More now lifts weights of 165kgs with ease and she aims for bigger and better. “It is a myth that after the age of 50 women cannot lift heavyweights. For women everything is possible and their body has the power to stay fit and stronger even after the age of 60. I just want to show all women what they are capable of,” said More, from Istanbul who is now getting ready to achieve another gold medal in the classic powerlifter act on Monday. Also read: Bodybuilding Vs Powerlifting: Similarities, Differences, Pros, Cons For her first international gold medal, More lifted 165 kg – Bench press (30kg), squat (60kg) and deadlift (75kg) in the equipped power lift squad category. More won individual gold medals in all three categories and also earned overall gold medals. “When I started training, I had never thought of entering a competition, it was my son Rohan who was getting trained by Omkar Chincholkar, along with them I also started training. “In eight months, we saw her improvement and capability of lifting weight and we thought of giving it a try to a powerlifting competition. We focussed on building strength, mobility and flexibility and she has not been even injured once in the last two years,” explains Omkar Chincholkar, owner of Omfit Health and Fitness Solution. So far, the journey of powerlifting is the golden path for More as she has won eight gold medals in the district, state, national and international tournaments. “When I first competed in the district championship, I won gold which gave me more confidence and after that, I kept improving my performance. Along with Omkar, I got help from senior coach Girish Binjwe and both are the reason for what I have achieved today,” said More who had planned to participate in the Asia Pacific powerlifting championship in Taiwan in 2020, but Coivd-19 restrictions made her wait longer to achieve an international medal. Rohan, who himself has tried powerlifting is on the moon after what his mother has achieved. He said, “It was her dream to represent India in the international tournament and winning the gold medal in debut overseas tournament is the best thing that has happened.” The tournament is organised by the international powerlifting federation, the Asian powerlifting federation.   Senior coach Binjwe said, “She always had the determination to perform better. This attitude has helped her to achieve success.”   Lorraine and son Rohan, jointly owns Japalouppe, an equestrian academy spread over 19 acres in the outskirts of Pune which has 63 horses. Also read: Olympic swimming ends with splashy new records, US gold   Difference between powerlifting and weightlifting   *In powerlifting the focus is to lift as heavy as possible in a single plane of motion, so squat, bench or deadlift.    *In weightlifting there are two movements, snatch and clean and jerk, and they are executed much faster.    *In weightlifting the difference is that people, the competitors, are judged on not only how much they can lift but on their technical skill and the control of the lift too.   *Powerlifting (bench press only) is a Paralympic sport while weightlifting is an Olympic sport

Women's participation in outdoor sports in a conservative country like Bangladesh is incredibly difficult. Women should move forward by persuading their families and avoiding society's conservative viewpoint. Shammi Nasrin is one such woman. The 46-year-old middle-aged woman stunned everyone by taking third place (63kg category) in a Bangladesh Powerlifting Association's weightlifting competition. Her accomplishment is a source of pride for women in Bangladesh. Despite the potential, many women are afraid to participate in sports such as weightlifting by defying society's conservative viewpoint. Shammi Nasrin's path as a weightlifter and the accomplishments of other notable women's weightlifters in Bangladesh are highlighted in this article.  Shammi Nasrin's Journey as a Weightlifter It's no surprise that women's strength, which is frequently honored as motherhood, is a source of inspiration. A middle-aged Bangladeshi woman has not only enhanced feminine power but also transcended the constraints of societal taboos and other barriers with sheer drive and courage. A weightlifting competition was held by the Bangladesh Powerlifting Association. Shammi Nasrin, a 46-year-old mother of three, finished third in the 63-kg weightlifting category. She has astounded everyone with her accomplishment, given her present age, defying the obligations she has in her daily life.   Read FIFA Women's Friendly Football: Bangladesh, Nepal play out goalless 2nd match Shammi Nasrin used to devote her life to caring for her three children (two boys and a girl) as well as domestic duties. However, she has always had a strong interest in weightlifting and is a sports enthusiast.  Nasrin gradually realized that fitness is essential, especially as one reaches the age of forty. Her passion for fitness became even stronger once she began working out at the gym on a daily basis, and she decided to compete in the powerlifting competition. Shammi Nasrin's accomplishments made her children very proud. One of her sons is a semi-professional football player who draws inspiration from her. Read: Women in Afghanistan: Taliban Government to Ban Women's Sports in Afghanistan When women like Shammi come forward, the so-called myths of society will be dispelled, and more women will be motivated to follow in her footsteps.  Bangladesh's Notable Female Weightlifters Smrity Akter, Shabira Molla, Chakma Fullpoti, Fayema Akter, Rokeya Sultana Sathy, Mabia Akhtar, Nisha Juhora Khaton, and Parvin Feroza are among the women weightlifters who have recently represented Bangladesh on the international stage.  Mabia Akter Shimanta and Smrity Akter are two of the best female weightlifters in Bangladesh. They both won silver medals in the 5th ISSF International Solidarity Weightlifting Championship 2018 in Cairo, Egypt.  Read: Bashonti Nibash, One Taka Hotel: First women-only hotel in Bangladesh by Bidyanondo Mabia took silver in the women's 71kg category; while Smrity won silver in the 45kg weight category. Mabia was also a gold medalist at the 2016 and 2019 South Asian Games.  Shabira Molla is another talented female weightlifter from Bangladesh. In 2003, she came in third at the Asian Weightlifting Championships, and in 2007, she came in second at the Asian Junior Weightlifting Championships. She also earned a bronze medal in the 2019 South Asian Games.  Other recent notable international successes by women weightlifters include: Juhora Khatun Nisha won gold (81 kgs), Rokeya Sultana Sathy took silver (155 kgs), Fullpoti Chakma took silver (55 kgs), and Fayema Akter took bronze (59 kgs) in the 2019 South African Games.  Read: FIFA women's friendlies: Bangladesh lose 1-2 to Nepal Bottom Line  It is possible to achieve any goal with a strong mind, such as Shammi Nasrin's, despite societal barriers. Bangladesh women should look up to her for inspiration. In addition, the family must play a significant role in Bangladesh women's progress. Bangladeshi women have had little success in weightlifting at the international level. However, we must strive to identify talented female athletes via countrywide talent search events. Women may succeed in the international arena if they are well cared for.  

  When it comes to the world of fitness, bodybuilding and powerlifting often get confused with each other. From a typical first impression, it’s basically just big people lifting heavy things - which makes these misconceptions understandable. Even though these two sports may seem intimidating just by the amount of effort and time required for both, anyone who is looking to either gain strength or muscle mass can do both of these exercise styles without looking like the next Arnold Schwarzenegger. Differing in diet, training regime and results, let’s take a look at bodybuilders vs powerlifters and see which one is the best for you. Bodybuilders Vs Powerlifters: Similarities Both Require Heavy Lifting Lifting heavy weights will be an inevitable part of both styles of exercise. No matter how opposing the results can be from one another, there is an element of strength that is absolutely necessary to progress. Strength cannot be achieved without at least focusing some attention on basic muscle building. In order to gain strength and the muscle mass necessary to take on heavier weights, a bulking phase is a must. Read How To Build Muscles At Home Eating Loads Of Food (Some Seasons) By bulking, trainers will have to go on a calorie surplus that requires more meal sessions. This is so that the body is conditioned to use more energy, protein and other nutrients as the workout intensity amps up. Ideally, the bulking phase is meant to be healthy, which requires a certain level of macronutrient count that consists of carbohydrates, protein and fat - amounts from largest to smallest respectively. When malnourished, the body does not have enough nutrients to build muscle nor the energy to exert force while lifting. Read Easy Skin Care Tips For Men Types Of Exercises Deadlifts, squats, bench presses and military presses are staples for both styles of working out and are known as compound exercises. This term is used to describe routines with movements that concentrate on large muscle groups. Deltoids, trapezoids and lats are minor muscles that certainly have their uses, but serve a purpose that will be addressed later. Compound exercises engage large muscle groups that improve strength, flexibility and heart rate. Additionally, activating such a large range of muscles per exercise also dwell in the cardio category (slightly) allowing lifters to even burn calories. Read Yoga vs Pilates: Which One Is Better For You?