| Name |
| Valeria Anderson |
| Age |
| 46 |
| Weight Class |
| 90kg |
| Where do you live? |
| Baton Rouge, LA |
| Squat PR: |
| 303 |
| Bench PR: |
| 209 |
| Deadlift PR: |
| 419 |
| Clean & Jerk PR: |
| 145 |
| Snatch PR: |
| 110 |
| Years lifting? |
| 4 |
| How did you come to powerlifting or Olympic lifting? |
| Through Crossfit |
| Do you have any previous athletic or lifting experience? |
| Crossfit- 3 yrs |
| Do you compete? Why or why not? If you compete, what do you like most about the competitions? |
| Yes, compete in USPA. I love seeing how my hard work has paid off. I love supporting other strong women. |
| Equipped or Raw? |
| Raw |
| Do you have a coach or trainer? In person or online? How did you find your trainer/program? Do you have any advice for women looking for a trainer? |
| Yes, I have an online Coach. She was recommended by another powerlifter. Everyone has to find out what works for them. |
| Where do you train? Gym, garage? |
| Garage |
| What is the hardest part about beginning lifting as an older woman? |
| Staying injury free. |
| How has lifting affected your health? |
| I feel stronger, move better. |
| What would you tell women just beginning this journey? |
| Do it – don’t wait. Best decision you’ll ever make. |
| Include your Instagram (optional) |
| @valeria5331 |
