Sally Haas breaks powerlifting records in Missouri at age 72

Sally Haas, a competitive powerlifter from St. Louis, is making headlines at age 72 after setting multiple Missouri state records in the bench press, squat, and deadlift. Haas began her journey at 70, seeking a new challenge at a local gym. Over the past two years, she has transformed into an athlete and is now sharing her experiences through social media and an upcoming book, aiming to motivate others to embrace fitness and strength training. She emphasizes the message that age should not be a barrier to achieving fitness goals.

• 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — She Started Powerlifting at 70. Now She’s Setting Records