The Special Needs Liftoff at Muscle Beach on Saturday, October 10. Athletes competed in bench press and dead lift events. The program was presented through the Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation by an all-volunteer team. Formerly a Special Olympics sport, powerlifting was one of eight sports cut by the nonprofit organization in 2008. Many of the personnel at Saturday’s event have volunteered with the Special Olympics for 20 years and wanted to give athletes the opportunity to continue their training and competition. Judges from the United States Powerlifting Federation (USPF) also volunteered.
You might be interested in …
“Gotham,” “Empire,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” Renewed On Fox:
Fox announced today that it has ordered second seasons of the Batman prequel “Gotham,” the midseason music-industry drama “Empire” and a third season of the comedy “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” Of the five series that premiered on […]
Community Attractions:
Volunteers Wanted with Crohn’s Disease – Approximately 500,000 Americans are estimated to suffer from Crohn’s disease and may be eligible to participate in new clinical trials taking place around the country. These Phase 3 trials […]
What to Know About Santa Monica’s $3.5M ‘Restorative Justice Program’ (Video)
The City Council unanimously launched a $3.5 million Restorative Justice Program — one of the largest locally funded efforts of...
Read more
Malibu Oceanfront Lot with Rebuild Potential Listed for $1.9M
Buyers can rebuild under Malibu’s Fast Track Rebuild Program, with potential for up to 3,433 square feet of livable space,...
Read more
