Zimbabwe: Chipo Maenzanise Is Zimbabwe’s Own Superwoman

After facing ridicule for her “muscular” stature during her school years, Chipo Maenzanise found solace and inspiration in weightlifting. She started jogging and eventually joined a professional health and fitness club where her passion for powerlifting was ignited after she was introduced to the sport. That passion has turned into gold for the women’s powerlifting star.

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Chido Maenzanise grips a 300-kilogram sandbag with her gloved hands and her eyes…