Gemma Salter is celebrating after becoming champion at the European Masters Equipped Powerlifting Championships.

Gemma, Crew Commander on Kempston Community Fire Station Green Watch, took part in the contest at Pilzen in the Czech Republic on May 10.

Gemma competed in the U63kg category and, after a successful event, secured a gold medal in all her lifts which included Squat 157.5kg, Bench 85kg and Deadlift 160kg. She won the European title with a personal best score of 402.5kg

Gemma is no stranger to winning, having already achieved a European and a World title at 57kg and she is now looking forward to representing Great Britain at the World Championships in October.

Gemma said: “I am delighted with the result and very grateful for the Beds Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS) sports fund donation I received from the Service and all the support from my colleagues.”