Mercy Gbenjo attempts the squat at USA Powerlifting competition the Rochester Rumble V in Henrietta , NY on Sept. 9, 2023.
Xiangyu Yan during performing one of three attempts of the squat during the USA Powerlifting Rochester Rumble V in Henrietta , NY on Sept. 9, 2023.
Peggy Tirrell watches during the opening remarks at USA Powerlifting Rochester Rumble V in Henrietta , NY on Sept. 9, 2023. Tirrell at 71 years is the current state of New York powerlifting champion in her group.
Sam DeLong and Julia Chrisbacher at USA Powerlifting Rochester Rumble V in Henrietta , NY on Sept. 9, 2023.
Allison Fitzsimmons at USA Powerlifting Rochester Rumble V in Henrietta , NY on Sept. 9, 2023. Lifters put chalk on their backs to add grip to the bar during the squat portion of the competition.
Peggy Tirrell completes one of three attempts at the bench press during the USA Powerlifting Rochester Rumble V in Henrietta , NY on Sept. 9, 2023.
William Hutchinson performs a deadlift of 250kg at the USA Powerlifting Rochester Rumble V in Henrietta , NY on Sept. 9, 2023.
The United States flag hangs inside the East Barbell gym during the Rochester Rumble V powerlifting competion.
