The Weightlifting B*tch is BACK.

[@IansGoalieDad]

I’m glad to see you back lifting, though you have so many options. Just keep moving forward; that’s all you can do. I don’t think there isn’t anything you can’t do!

[@markush.2445]

I haven't comment the retirement/focus on the Bodybuilding journey. I was just sad about it, but I fully understand the change. For me, as a w/l beginner with decades of different sports under me belt, I found with this channel, someone showing proper weightlifting technique, -well explained and accurate in every detail. Yes, there are girls, lifting more weight, but their style is not as yours. Yes the max. weight count at a competition, but for me style is also important. Now I am thrilled, seeing that you retire from the retirement! All the best!

[@prescottosegie]

Welcome back pope it awesome to see you weightlifting 🏋️‍♂️ again keep up the good work 💪🏾😎

[@myphone8514]

Welcome back!!

[@programatick]

Love the journey. Welcome

[@watchnerd]

As I've gotten older (I'm in Masters 50-55), I've found it much more sustainable for me to switch between weightlifting, bodybuilding, and strength building / powerlifting. Tommy Kono used to pivot to bodybuilding after weightlifting season and I think the variety can be complementary if you're smart about programming. No matter what, I'm eager to follow your journey!

[@karoljanczewski8184]

Good joice Kristine. Weightlifting is the art. Now I follow you again👍

[@lnb1024]

So Glad you have come back to your Roots! It's alright to Share! Congrats!!

[@malloriemoreno4263]

Thanks for your transparency. I’m so excited to see your weightlifting content 🤗

[@krisclawson3492]

Love this! Great videos and content.

[@rickyb533]

Great 2c U back! Can't wait to see you back in action 😃👍

[@thebigchimpanski4783]

Do your thing Gurl. Do it all .

[@nicklarson9748]

Welcome back Pope! BTW - I love all the MGK tunes in the background! Hah!

[@joolz5057]

Crushing it like always. Congrats on the PR. Dope playlist!!

[@clivebroad1137]

Great to see you doing what you do and the best of it is that you do it so well

[@michaeldavidniduaza1394]

This is amazing! I'm so happy you're getting back into weightlifting, and you have that reinvigorated drive again. You're a big reason why I love weightlifting. When I started crossfit, you were one of the first athletes I followed so I can get better at olympic lifting. I've improved so much since then, and you're definitely the reason why. I wish you all the best! Cool side note; this video came out on my Bday, lol.

[@facethefurniss]

You’re amazing! Congratulations on your bench PR!! 🥳

[@ElaineKempf]

Yes!!!!! Glad you are back!!! :)))

[@anthonyencarnacion7203]

This is great..! So happy for you.. strength through struggle..

[@gertjedeballenman5174]

Great to see you return! Keep it up!

[@kennethsteelhammer]

Congrats on the bench PR Pope ❣️👍💯

[@caitlinsawyer6672]

Welcome back! I don't weightlift, buuut welcome back haha it's funny I was just talking to a gym friend about you and how inspired you are and how much fun I've had listening and watching your journey through lifting and navigating life. Then you posted this! I was really excited. I truly appreciate your authenticity and willingness and bravery to share even the tough parts of lifting and life. You keep things real and honest. 💛 Much love and I hope the family and lifting had been well. 😊

[@tizianapaonessa5611]

That’s awesome that your heading back to weightlifting. Your a great lifter and I enjoy your help and watching you lift. 👍🏻😊

[@brianmclaren5574]

Nice to see you back

[@liljemark1]

Awesome to follow your journey, whatever sport you choose!

[@jonathanedwards2983]

I had to take over a year off due to a chronic illness. It’s hard to come back. I feel super weak from where I was, and it’s demoralizing. I’m just taking it a little at a time, trying to get back to the numbers I was when I had to stop. I’m about three months in, also searching for focus. I understand your dilemma! Different circumstances, but the struggles are real. You have been successful since I started watching you, so I’m betting you pick the avenue that you will be more competitive in. I will watch and cheer for you no matter your choice.

[@hannahadkins22]

Cheering for you!!!!

[@sarahvanek7816]

🎉❤😊 I pop in on your IG and You tube videos from time to time . You are a great inspiration for me as I work on my weight loss journey and as I start my Olympic weightlifting programming. You are a rockstar! Pursue your passions and your dreams and do what makes you happy . I say focus on your body building and your weight lifting. Go for it ! I believe in you . 🎉

[@trustenlucius3899]

Glad you’re back. Love to watch your weightlifting Training. You have Great form. 💪🏻

[@alvinvega1467]

You have accomplished so much. Don’t sweat all that!!! Just keep making inspiring videos. We enjoy them and your a badass

[@nicolasparedes6452]

Glad to see you back! I always learn something new in your vids :)

[@paulfleming4710]

Thats great...glad you are loving life. Im 59.did powerlifting for years. Hip,knee and shoulders surgery. I fell into the properform crap. Its NOT TRUE. lifting for healthe and powerlifting,bodybuilding are totally different. The human body was NEVER EVER ment to support weight we do. Joint tentents not to get into the dep stuff. Humans can not sustain that. I freakin loved it. Now im living with a crap load of issues... just exercise, enjoy life.

[@eleanorday1854]

Just do you! You are entitled to change you mind as and when you want 🌸

[@SteFloofer]

YESSSSSSSSS

[@RubenPerez-yz6zf]

Right on!! Your a big inspiration for me. I've learned a lot from watching you. Thanks

[@hjabbour]

Good luck! I think it's great that you're letting us in on your journey even though you have no idea how this will go.

[@coreyfoxwell7673]

Glad to see you back beautiful keep it up

[@Maddvermilion]

How the heck is Scarlett 2??? When did this happen? I feel like you just had her!

[@uuh.okayiguess]

finallyyy yas

[@anassorbestiak]

Yeeee

[@staceyb87]

I don’t really know why people are saying “welcome back”? lol common ppl she’s been here the whole time, just in a different way. I think it’s awesome you are sharing your weightlifting return even if you end up deciding you don’t want to do it, it shows ppl it’s ok to change your mind based on your body and minds needs 🤷🏼‍♀️ anyone who shames you for that is just a hater lol 😆

[@saradjuretic9734]

❤❤❤🥳🥳🥳

[@leupinagaspar16]

You are not a "Bit.. ", you are an awesome person a power house... 👏👏

[@KingOfCoolness]

*HAVEN'T MISSED A BEAT.* 👏😎

[@johnmurrin9734]

excellent nice workout thankyou

[@zaneclone]

Welcome back Bitch...lol... Great to see you doing some "proper" work again... ;)

[@nesthi]

🖤🖤

[@youssefezzine5473]

Good luck champ.from Casablanca Morocco

[@RicardokonglucrcNorris]

That looks like it feels good, but I don't know how. I just know competition. I was 1st chair snare drummer. Doing good. Repetitions so that Venue gitter's don't get you❤️👍🏿

[@RicardokonglucrcNorris]

I'll be 41 in a few Weeks. The last day of this month

[@zechariahnevill7668]

Let's go kristen

[@dkillahne]

oh snap! Pope got an of!

[@marvin2200]

once a weightlifter always a weightlifter:):):)

[@rodbland7836]

Ok great. Good luck with the up and coming injuries just no way to get around them. Sucks to get old. You could get injured walking down the street. One thing with power lifting it's not if you get injured but it's when.

[@davidenvall3685]

Lasha Talakadze

[@michaeldyer3244]

You had your jugs done ?