Abbye “Pudgy” Stockton: A Pioneer of Women’s Weightlifting
The clang of the barbell, the grunts of exertion, the unwavering determination in the eyes – these were the sounds and sights traditionally associated with the realm of men. But in the mid-20th century, a woman stepped into that arena, shattering stereotypes and forever changing the landscape of weightlifting. Her name was Abbye “Pudgy” Stockton, … Read more
