Norbert Schemansky sets weightlifting record

The video covers the National AAU Weightlifting Championships in Los Angeles, highlighting the feats of strongmen. Otis Chandler, a collegiate shot put champion, attempts a press lift. Norbert Szymanski, a 1952 Olympic champion, sets a new record in the clean and jerk, lifting 416.5 pounds and securing the heavyweight title with a total of 1,056.5 pounds across three lifts.

What city hosted the National AAU Weightlifting Championships?

• San Francisco

• New York

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

What sport did Otis Chandler excel in before trying weightlifting?

• Hammer throw

• Shot put

• Javelin throw

• Discus throw

Which lift did Otis Chandler attempt during the competition?

• Clean and jerk

• Deadlift

• Snatch

• Press lift

Who was the 1952 Olympic champion in the 198-pound class?

• Paul Anderson

• Norbert Szymanski

• Otis Chandler

• John Davis

What was the total weight lifted by Norbert Szymanski to win the heavyweight title?

• 1,056-and-a-half pounds

• 1,000 pounds

• 1,050 pounds

• 1,200 pounds