
Liam McGarry is a British World Record holder who spends each day defying expectations and accomplishing feats that have consistently blown the world away. As a paralympic powerlifting athlete with a personal best lift of 232kg, he’s attended some of the most prestigious sporting events in recent history – namely the British and English Powerlifting Championships 2019, the Manchester Para Powerlifting World Cup 2021, and even 2024’s Paris Paralympics. Though he may have only began para powerlifting in 2017, Liam has shown international audiences the raw power of resilience, adaptability, and determination. Whether on the powerlifting platform or the stage, Liam captivates and inspires anyone watching.
Liam’s career initially began during his time studying Sports Psychology & Coaching Sciences at BU. Having been diagnosed with Transverse Myelitis, he found himself searching for a way to pursue his love for sport, despite his injury. Thankfully, SportBU was ready to go to any length to help him start his para powerlifting journey. From the moment Liam discovered the sport through the Spinal Games, he pushed himself each and every day in the hopes of blazing a new trail for paralympic athletes. This would culminate in his incredible win at the British and English Para Powerlifting Championships in 2019 – a moment that marked the beginning of his rise to global recognition.
Only two years later, Liam competed in the 2021 Para Powerlifting World Cup, winning himself a silver medal and a place in history in one fell swoop. Now, he’s a revered 2024 Paris Paralympics competitor who’s delighted to be able to share his fascinating journey with audiences across the country. Delivering keynote talks on the value of determination and the power of a stable support network, Liam enlightens audiences on how they can approach challenges from entirely new angles. His story is nothing short of motivating, and he incorporates every success and struggle into impactful presentations that never fail to leave a lasting impression on listeners.
When Liam addresses audiences, he tells a story of how to transform pain into purpose. Despite having to fight to find his passion, he’s developed an unbreakable mindset that he helps others work toward through his personal experiences and individual insights. No matter who you may be, Liam’s talks have something you’re bound to resonate with – be it how to motivate yourself, how to thrive in challenging situations, or how to set goals and push past your limits. If you’re wanting to empower yourself and your audience, hire Liam McGarry today and learn about the true power of determination.
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- Liam McGarry's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Paralympics
- Diversity
- Achievement Through Adversity
- Mindset
- Injury
- Mental Health & Wellbeing
- Mental Resilience
- Motivation & Inspiration
- 2024 – Competed at Paris Paralympics
- 2024 – Qualified for Paris with 230kg PB in Tbilisi
- 2022 – Lifted 215kg at Birmingham Commonwealth Games
- 2021 – Silver + British record (210kg) at Manchester World Cup
- 2021 – Set British record (210kg) at Dubai World Cup
- 2020 – Bronze at first international competition
- 2019 – Won British and English championships
- 2018 – Gold with 137.5kg at Spinal Unit Games
- 2018 – Entered GB powerlifting development pathway
How to hire Liam McGarry
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Liam McGarry for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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