Carrie Carmichael started powerlifting only a few years ago and she has literally gone from strength to strength! Under the guidance and encouragement of her coach Sean Crowe, 19 year old Carrie has been smashing personal bests and has a current deadlift of 170 kilos! She's a well known and respected personal trainer to many in West Belfast and she's about to hit the world stage.

On 23rd March, Carrie received her invitation from the Irish Powerlifting Association to join the National Team and represent Ireland at the 5th IPF World Open Sub-Junior, Junior and Master Classic Powerlifting Championships in Minsk, Belarus.

Carrie will celebrate her 20th birthday by representing her country and her club, Strength Militia Belfast, at this prestigious event. Between now and then, she'll be training, resting, eating well and working her day job!

We'd love your help to make sure that Carrie has all the support and resources she needs to prepare for success. Every pound and penny we raise will go to meeting the costs of her training and travel so thank you in advance for taking the time to read this and to consider being part of Carrie's journey.

We think it'll be the first of many and you'll be able to say you were with her from the start!

***Please don't be put off by the large amounts some people are gifting. We're beyond grateful to them but we'd be just as welcoming of your £2 or £5 if you have it give. When you click the 'DONATE' button, it will suggest some amounts, between £10-100. Just delete what's already in the box and type in whatever you want to give. ***

Thanks again,

Carrie's family and friends.