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There’s a power to lifting heavy things

Elmira’s Emily zur Linden just came home with a first-place international powerlifting win. Again. Last month she was in New Zealand at the Commonwealth powerlifting Championship, placing first in her weight class. In June, she competed at the World Classic Powerlifting Championship  in South Africa

Leah Gerber
By Leah Gerber

Last updated on May 03, 2023

Posted on Jan 05, 2023

5 min read

There’s a power to lifting heavy things
When she’s not busy as a veterinarian, Elmira’s Emily zur Linden can be found competing in powerlifting competitions, including last year’s world event in South Africa. [Leah Gerber]

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Leah Gerber
Leah Gerber

Elmira, Ontario, Canada

Leah Gerber is a full-time journalist / photographer at The Observer.

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