Happy Birthday Eko Yuli!

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Happy Birthday Eko Yuli!

Eko Yuli Irawan was born 29 years ago in Lampung, Indonesia and grew to be one of the greatest weightlifters of his country. He made his first international debut at the 2006 Junior World Championships in the 56kg bodyweight category, where he won the Silver Medal. One year later, he became Junior World Champion for the first time and ranked third at the Senior World Championships. In 2009 he decided to move up to the 62kg bodyweight category, where he continued to excel.  This year he won the Junior World Championships in the new category too and took the Silver Medal on the Senior World Championships, with a Total of 315kg, which was an 18kg improvement compared to his previous personal best. Eko got Medals at three consecutive Olympic Games. First in Beijing in 2008 where he decided to drop down to the 56kg bodyweight category again and got a Bronze Medal. Afterwards, he continued to compete in the 62kg bodyweight category. At the 2012 London Olympic Games, he set a new personal record with a Total of 317kg, which was once again enough for the Bronze Medal. Four years later, he won a Silver Medal at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. He holds two Universiade records since 2011, 140kg Snatch and 310kg Total. — Follow IWF: Facebook Instagram Twitter

USA Weightlifting hosts coaches from around the world at 2018 Coaching Symposium

July 20-22 CHICAGO, IL- Weightlifting coaches from across the United States and the world came together in Chicago, IL over the weekend, as USA Weightlifting hosted their inaugural Coaching Symposium. Over the course of three days, participants learned from internationally renowned leaders in the sport industry, including national level coaches, medical doctors, nutritionists and strength and conditioning professionals. With many thanks to the International Weightlifting Federation’s Development Program, coaches from Canada, Barbados, The Bahamas, Guyana, Uruguay, Aruba, Costa Rica and Trinidad & Tobago attended the symposium. USAW looks forward to continuing to encourage athletes and coaches in these nations as we work together to further the sport of Weightlifting. USAW also hosted coaches Eduards Andruskevics and Michael Vater of Latvia and Germany, respectively. Andruskevics is a former Latvian National Champion turned accomplished coach. He spoke about the importance of a strict training program while preparing for an international competition using his current athlete, Rebeka Koha’s, schedule as an example. Vater coached alongside Frank Mantek as co-coach of the German national weightlifting team from 2004-2012, producing 2008 Olympic champion Matthias Steiner. He gave symposium participants an in-depth look at the German training methodology. Other speakers included the Director of Coaching for the USOC, Chris Snyder, and legendary strength coach Al Vermeil, the only person to have held head strength coach positions with NFL, NBA and MLS teams. Nutritionist and National Champion USA Powerlifter, Dr. Layne Norton, taught coaches how to help athletes cut weight while minimizing a decrease in performance. Robert Panariello, a nationally sought-after consultant spoke about coaching athletes to a return to play and injury prevention. Physical therapist, Dr. Quinn Henoch, also spoke about modifying training to help an athlete to recover from injury, while Dr. Trevor Pfaendtner, an Osteopathic Physician spoke about how coaches can help encourage an athlete’s overall health. Many of the top coaches in the United States were on hand to share their expertise on panel discussions. Coaches Dave Spitz of Cal Strength, Derrick Johnson of The Kings of Weightlifting, and Kerri Goodrich of Performance Initiatives shared advice about building a business model for gyms that are either for profit or not for profit. Coaches Ben Hwa of Team Divergent, Travis Mash of Mash Elite and Dane Miller of Garage Strength spoke about how they developed their club models. The last panel discussion included coaches Tim Swords of Team Houston, Danny Camargo of Team OC and Kevin Simons of Team Alpha who shared their strategies for developing a performance model that produces elite athletes. In a continuing effort to encourage clean sport worldwide, USAW welcomed the United States Anti-doping Agency’s Olympic Education Coordinator, Cathlyn Pistolas, who taught coaches how to help their athletes succeed by understanding their rights and responsibilities during the anti-doping process. She shared resources such as the World Anti-Doping Prohibited list (USADA.org/prohibited-list), and the Play Clean Tip Center (USADA.org/playclean). Pistolas warned against the use of dietary supplements, due to the limited regulation of the industry. This presentation was given just days after USAW and the IWF announced a partnership with USADA to combine resources and provide anti-doping education to weightlifters around the world. Mike Gattone, USAW’s Senior Director of Sports Performance and Coaching Education, along with CEO, Phil Andrews, gave an update on their current performance initiatives, including fostering high performance in a decentralized system. Goals include continuing to improve communication and competition preparation, while earning medals on the international stage. Team USA just returned home after a historic Junior World Championships, where they earned 18 medals, more than ever before. Team USA Women claimed first place overall in the team competition for the first time since 2001. USA Weightlifting wants to continue to bring its coaches together at an annual symposium. Plans for a 2019 USA Weightlifting Coaching Symposium are in the works. — Follow IWF: Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube

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IWF reports that the sample of Ms. Carla MAGNONI (BOL) has returned an Adverse Analytical Finding for Amiloride and Hydrochlorothiazide (S5. Diuretics and Masking Agents). As a consequence, the Athlete is provisionally suspended in view of a potential anti-doping rule violation. In any case where it is determined that the Athlete did not commit an anti-doping rule violation, the relevant decision will also be published. IWF will not make any further comments on the case until it is

2018 European Youth Championships in Milano

The last qualification event for the 2018 Youth Olympic Games has kicked off yesterday in Milano, ITA. The European Youth Championships runs between 22 and 29 July, with the participation of 199 athletes, 113 men and 86 woman. In conjunction with the event, the U15 Championships also started. The YOG qualification event is available online: LIVE STREAM Live Scoreboard Start Book (U15 / Youth) — Follow IWF: Facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube

Mauritius won Gold at the third African Youth Games

The third African Youth Games kicked off on 20 July and will be ongoing until 28 July. The Opening Ceremony yesterday took place in the July 5 stadium in Algeria’s capital city. The 80,000-capacity stadium is named after the day Algeria declared independence from France in 1962. 2017 African Youth Champion weightlifter, Dinesh Pandoo was the flag bearer for Team Mauritius. Each of the competing countries at the Games participated in a Parade of Nations at the stadium. Mauritius is starting strong on day one of the competition, MADANAMOOTHOO Jack Dorian won three Gold Medals in 56kg bodyweight category. Source: Aveenash Pandoo — Follow IWF: Facebook Instagram Twitter