Disadvantages of Being Weightlifter
Many people know about the benefits of weightlifting. Many articles have been written about this, every coach who will invite you to his training sessions will tell you about it and those athletes who have already achieved certain results will share.
But what are coaches and athletes silent about? What difficulties do you face when you become strong, explosive, and huge as a rock? In this article, we have collected the main complaints of athletes who regularly do weightlifting to feel sorry for their hard work and warn you against these difficulties.
Disadvantages and difficulties in weightlifter’s life:
This list is not guaranteed to be complete, so be careful and think three times if you want to start weightlifting. But if you decide to devote yourself to this sport, then read this list again, smile and start training!
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Author: Oleksiy Torokhtiy
Olympic Weightlifting Champion
Best Results: Snatch – 200 kg,
C&J – 240 kg
Oleksiy Torokhtiy is a professional athlete boasting 20 years of experience in Olympic weightlifting. With multiple European and World titles under his belt, he has showcased his prowess in two Olympic Games (Beijing 2008 and London 2012). Upon concluding his illustrious career, Oleksiy dedicated himself to coaching. By 2022, he had conducted over 200 weightlifting seminars worldwide. He is the visionary behind an international sportswear and accessories brand known for its motto, “Warm Body Cold Mind.” Additionally, he is an esteemed author and the creator of a series of training programs and eBooks.