Olivia Reeves made weightlifting history and hopes to inspire young girls to do the same
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Olivia Reeves made weightlifting history and hopes to inspire young girls to do the same

Olivia Reeves lifted her way into weightlifting history on Friday, winning the second Olympic gold medal for Team USA since women began competing in 2000.

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