Why Belize Is Emerging As A Powerhouse In Powerlifting

Powerlifting may be an emerging sport in Belize, but some of the members of the Belize Powerlifting Association are already medal-winning athletes. And now, they're preparing to go international once again. Their third annual national championships was held over the weekend, and our news team was there for the women's only competition. Courtney Menzies has this story.

Following the squats, the women also competed in bench presses and deadlifts. At the end, Gonzalez took home the title of the female national champion.