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British Weightlifting Documentary – Girl Power, Going For Gold

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British Weightlifting Documentary – Girl Power, Going For Gold

he BBC made a documentary about 3 British weightlifters as they prepare for the London 2012 Olympics.
Girl Power: Going for Gold
The film follows Zoe Smith (58kg) (@ZoePabloSmith), Hannah Powell (48kg) @hannahpowell92 and Helen Jewell through the various battles for the 2 women’s spots on the Olympic team.


Zoe Smith, Hannah Powell and Helen Jewell have dedicated their lives to the ultimate Olympic dream of representing Team GB at London 2012. BBC Three has been following these young teammates as they hone their skills, resist temptations and watch their weight in order to secure one of the two female spots on the British weightlifting squad.

We see how they cope with living away from home for the first time, serious injury, a relentless training schedule, travelling the world and being under the spotlight. Finding out if it's possible to balance being a serious athlete with growing up, getting an education and falling in love.

The film follows the countdown to the London Olympic Games for three young girls with an extraordinary talent. But will mental strength prove just as important as physical strength in the battle to become Britain's strongest girl?


[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkqXVTPm8mU]Girl Power, Going For Gold - BBC Documentary - YouTube[/ame]
 
Was worth the watch just to see that balcony bikini part. Zoe Smith is a fox.

I think Zoe is the strongest competitor (mentally) out of the three, I found her struggles in the kitchen (inbeforewomanjoke) frustrating though. You're trying to compete at the Olympics! Shut up about not being able to eat McDonalds.

Regarding the corporate sponsorship of heavier female athletes (one of the links above), I don't really see the issue. Most brands are not constructed around the core value of being overweight/obese. If an athlete does not fit a brands' image why should they feel obliged to take them on board with sponsorship?
 
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