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IWF Development Program, Advanced Coaching Symposium

Due to the generous support of the IWF Development Program the Australian Weightlifting Federation was able to organize an Advanced Coaching Symposium for 20 participants at the Australian Institute of Sport, Canberra on the 21st-23rd October 2017. The principle Presenter was Zygmunt Smalcerz (POL) former Olympic & World champion and later Coach of the Polish and USA National & Olympic teams and also member of the IWF Hall of Fame. He was ably supported by: Professor Greg Haff (USA) President of National Strength and Conditioning Association USA. Professor at the Edith Cowan University, Perth Leo Isaac (AUS) former Olympic, World Championships & Commonwealth Games athlete and now National Team Coach Australia Lyn Jones (AUS) Member IWF Coaching & Research Committee The presentations were as follows: Comparison of Polish & USA Weightlifting systems – problems and solutions by Zygmunt Smalcerz Periodisation of Weightlifting training by Greg Haff Programming of Training by Zygmunt Smalcerz High Performance Models by Leo Isaac. Assistance exercises for Senior & Junior weightlifters byZygmunt Smalcerz Long-term athlete development by Greg Haff Peaking and tapering for weightlifting competition by Greg Haff Special preparation for weightlifting competition by Zygmunt Smalcerz Warm-up for weightlifting training by Zygmunt Smalcerz. Changes in IWF Technical Rules and their effect on Coaching by Lyn Jones The Symposium was a resounding success and was enjoyed and appreciated by all. There were also many interesting discussions among participants prompted by the presentations. The Australian Weightlifting Federation would like to thank the Presenters for their inspirational work and information and the IWF Development Program for making this valuable venture possible. Source: Lyn Jones IWF CRC Member, Director Australian Weightlifting

Commonwealth Ranking Lists updated

After the end of the Qualification Period (31 October, 2017) the Commonwealth Ranking Lists have been updated for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Please note, according to the Athlete Allocation System further procedures will be coordinated with the CGAs (e.g. duplication of athletes in more than one bodyweight

Elections of the Indian Weightlifting Federation

The Indian Weightlifting Federation held its Annual General Meeting on 30th October 2017 in New Delhi, India. The Elections of the Indian Weightlifting Federation has been conducted under strict guidelines issued by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India with the supervision of Observers from Ministry of Sports and Indian Olympic Association. The following officials were elected: President:  Mr. Birendra Prasad Baishya Secretary General: Mr. Sahdev Yadav Treasurer:  Mr. Naresh Sharma Secretary: Mr. Badeti Venkataramaiah Vice Presidents: Chandrahas Rai Tara Singh Sunil Elangbam Suryanarayana Narayan Sahu Paramjit Singh Abraham Techi Associate Vice Presidents: Pon. Robert Singh Bhabajyoti Goswami Sunil Kumar Executive Members: M. Ramkoteswara Rao Pardeep Sharma Kamaldeep Singh Ranjit Bhattacharya Ravi Sharma Jt. Secretaries: N.P.S. Chauhan Jayesh C. Naik H. Thangchungnunga S. Udaya Kumar   Congratulations to all the elected

Elections of the West Asian Federation

The West Asian Federation held its Elections on 26th October 2017 in Amman, Jordan. The following officials were elected: President: Dr. Mustafa Salih Mahdi (IRQ) 1st Vice President: Sultann Alghanem (BRN) Vice President: Azzam Alzzubi (JOR) Vice President: Saeed al Ghanshi (OMA) Executive Member: Jassim al awade (UAE) Executive Member: Jassim Alwaheed (KSA) Executive Member: Abdull kader Jazam (YEM) Congratulations to all the elected

1000 days to go until Tokyo 2020

On the countdown day of 28th October, Tokyo 2020 will stage a "1000 Days To Go" celebratory event. The main street of Tokyo’s famous Nihonbashi district will be decorated with new graphics and turned into a giant sports field for the day. After watching demonstrations by athletes, the public will have the opportunity to learn about and practice some of the sports that will make their first appearance in the Olympic Games in 2020. Tokyo 2020 will upload and share photos and videos of the events on their social media platforms throughout the day. Let's share the excitement with our communities and follow all related information on their website and social media platforms on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube accounts; also feel free to use hashtag #1000daystogo when you post or share. Source: Tokyo 2020

Naim Süleymanoğlu’s health condition is improving day by day

Naim Süleymanoglu’s, known as one of the most successful weightlifter in history - the Olympic and world record holder who's nickname is “Pocket Hercules”, was born in Bulgaria on 23 January 1967. He is considered to be one of the most successful athlete of weightlifting history, has broken world record 46 times along with 3 Olympic and 8 World Championship Gold medal throughout his career. Especially at the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games, he broke 9 Worlds and 6 Olympics records, achieving a sensational success. In 1992 he was voted “The Best Athlete” in the world by the International Weightlifting Media Commission. In addition to this, Süleymanoglu was elected as Vice President for International Weightlifting Federation in 2000. Recently Naim Süleymanoglu was taken into intensive care at hospital with the diagnosis of “Liver Cirrhosis”. Naim Süleymanoglu had undergone liver transplant and his health condition is improving day by day. Source: Zeynep IRAZ, Turkish Weightlifting