vægtløftere

Vægtløftere, also known as weightlifters, are athletes who compete in the sport of weightlifting. This sport involves two main lifts: the snatch and the clean and jerk. In the snatch, the barbell is lifted from the floor to an overhead position in a single, continuous motion. The clean and jerk requires two distinct movements: first, the barbell is lifted from the floor to the shoulders (the clean), and then it is lifted from the shoulders to an overhead position (the jerk). Athletes compete in different weight classes, and the winner is determined by the total weight lifted in the snatch and the clean and jerk.

The sport of weightlifting has a long history, with origins tracing back to ancient Greece. Modern Olympic weightlifting began at the 1896 Athens Olympics. It is a test of strength, power, technique, and mental fortitude. Training for weightlifting typically involves a combination of heavy lifting, technique drills, and conditioning exercises. Athletes often work with coaches to refine their technique and develop personalized training programs. Beyond the competitive aspect, many individuals engage in weightlifting for general fitness, strength development, and athletic performance enhancement. The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) governs the sport internationally, organizing world championships and overseeing Olympic competitions.