I started lifting a bit over 5 years ago after I discovered the sport of weightlifting through Cross-training. I’ve always loved sport but had never felt the passion and motivation I felt when I started lifting. I started out just like everyone else. I wasn’t the strongest and definitely had many technical issues, but I was determined to continuously improving and achieving big things for my country.
Qualified for Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
Since then I’ve become the only Maltese weightlifter to go to the Olympic games. I’ve also competed at several other tournaments like IWF World Championships and EWF European Championships.
Lifting has become a huge part of my life, and being able to share my story with my followers is great! With the current situation, setting goals is frustrating as everything seems to keep getting postponed or canceled.
Apart from that, I had to undergo a small medical procedure on my wrist to deal with an injury. Regardless though, I’ve been pushing through and doing my best to stay in top shape for any competitions that might come our way.
Being able to lift during times like this is a luxury. My home gym has truly saved my athletic life and will forever be grateful for it.
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Three items from Yazmin’s home gym:
