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Gainesville's George Bradley keeps bright outlook as weightlifter despite limitations

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George Bradley, right, gives a thumbs up to his son Griffin Bradley, left, as he works out at the leg press at the Iron Beast Gym on June 16 in Gainesville. - photo by David Barnes

0621BRADLEY 0001 — George Bradley, right, gives a thumbs up to his son Griffin Bradley, left, as he works out at the leg press at the Iron Beast Gym on June 16 in Gainesville. - photo by David Barnes

George Bradley refused to take no for an answer. Instead of letting his physical limitations stop his competitive drive — which others wanted him to do — he found a life-long competitive outlet and place for fellowship as a young man in weightlifting. Now 60 years old, Bradley is lifting with some of the best.

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