Kulsoom Abdullah decided to keep her breasts covered during official competitions . The International Weightlifting Federation changed its rules . Abdullah , a 35-year-old with a doctorate in electrical and computer engineering , is not an Olympic athlete , but enjoys lifting weights . They now allow outfits can be full - length , tight - fitted unitard .
Kulsoom Abdullah decided to keep her breasts covered during official competitions . The International Weightlifting Federation changed its rules . They now allow outfits can be full - length , tight - fitted unitard .