Mario Martinez (weightlifter)

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Mario Martinez (born July 6 1957) was an Olympic weightlifter for the United States. His coach was Jim Schmitz.

Weightlifting achievements

  • Silver Medalist in Olympic Games (1984)
  • Three-time Olympic Games Team Member (1984, 1988, and 1992)
  • Silver Medalist in Senior World Championships (1984)
  • Pan Am Games Champion (1987)
  • Silver Medalist in Pan Am Games (1991)
  • Bronze Medalist in Pan Am Games (1995)
  • Ten-time Senior National Champion (1982-1989, 1992, and 1992)
  • Senior American Record Holder in Snatch, Clean and Jerk, and Total (1972-1992)