weightlifting
noun [ U ] (also weight-lifting, weight lifting) uk/ˈweɪtˌlɪf.tɪŋ/ us/ˈweɪtˌlɪf.tɪŋ/
举重
the activity of lifting heavy objects either as a sport or for exercise
He won Olympic gold in weightlifting at the 1956 and 1960 Games.
My dad, who is now my coach, had been the Polish weightlifting champion.
the International Weightlifting Federation
Skating sports, yoga, and weight-lifting are my three primary forms of exercise.
In the article it was revealed that resistance training and weight lifting were safer than many other sports and activities.
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- She took up weightlifting about a year ago and now dominates the state female rankings.
- He also plays football and enjoys weightlifting and studying robotics in his free time.
- Below we list six essential weightlifting moves that beginners should do.
- Among the boomers there's less talk about weight-lifting and more about gentler pursuits such as yoga and walking.
- Weight lifting has helped me to develop discipline and patience.