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Weightlifter Antranig Aprahamian recently gave an interview  on Radio Arménie live   and talked about his sports career and achievements. 

We present his speech.

“My story begins with my family. My grandfather was also doing sports and my father taught us from a young age the importance of sports discipline and  always emphasized  the importance of physical movements.

Before entering lyceum, I was at the same time interested in gymnastics, and at school I started weightlifting.

At first it was just a hobby  but then I felt that  my body and soul were developing thanks to training.

I was more and more interested in  weightlifting as a sport, especially while watching the Olympics.

It’s one of those sports that gets relatively little coverage in the media, and people often don’t realize its importance.

At first glance this sport may seem simple, but in fact  a lot of effort and logic is required. 

I have been doing weightlifting as a competitive sport for four years now. At first, I was engaged in strength training, but weightlifting is distinguished by its unique movements and approaches. This sport allows not only to strengthen physically, but also to develop mental stability.

The secret of weightlifting success is not only in strengthening the muscular system, but also the nervous system.

It is necessary to learn to overcome weights, to use physical strength correctly, and most importantly, to develop endurance.

Today I am  participating in weightlifting tournaments in the weight class up to 67 kg. I weigh 69-69.5 kg. Before the tournaments I have to plan my food and training properly to reach the required weight. Training is not only a development of physical strength, but also a testimony of internal discipline, purposefulness and endurance.

For me, this story is not only about sports, but also about life. Through weightlifting, I have discovered how to develop one’s inner and outer abilities by combining discipline and strength.”

Antranig Aprahamian noted that he proudly represents the “Hay Champa” sports school wearing a sports uniform with the flag of the Republic of Western Armenia during his speeches.

Western Armenia TV congratulates the young athlete and wishes him new victories.