Hampton Morris is the first U.S. man to win an Olympic weightlifting medal in four decades. The 20-year-old from Marietta, Georgia, took home bronze in the men's 61-kilogram division.

Expectations are high that a member of the U.S. women’s weightlifting team could win gold at the Olympics. And among the team’s most promising athletes is 21-year-old Olivia Reeves.

If you're interested in breaking into weightlifting, try practicing the movements at home first by using basic household items, like a broom, and free video tutorials online to guide you.