The strongest 7 year old girl in the world
Learning weightlifting since the age of 5, Rory van Ulft (Canada) made many people admire when he was able to conquer the weight of 80 kg - many times his own weight.
Rory van Ulft (7 years old, Canada) used to practiceexerciseThe tool feels uncomfortable and there is a risk of injury when performing certain movements.
Two years ago, Rory started practicing.weightliftingfor the purpose of fitness and weight lifting under the close supervision of a trainer, according toCBS.
Gradually, the weights she could conquer became larger and larger, 32 kg for the snatch, 42 kg for the clean and jerk, squatting with a weight of 61 kg and then lifting a weight of 80 kg.
"When Rory first started lifting weights, I didn't like it. It was scary to see her lifting such heavy things, I couldn't even lift them. Now, every time I look at her, I feel so proud. She's really amazing and can do amazing things," said Lindsay Noad, Rory's mother.
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Rory can lift 80 kg. |
The fact that a 7-year-old girl can lift weights many times her body weight has caused a lot of controversy. Most viewers are afraid of the injuries she may encounter.
However, Rory's family said she has her own doctor and a pediatric sports doctor who closely monitor and care for her. They are all coaches and experts in weightlifting and gymnastics, ensuring that Rory does not lift too much weight and avoids injury.
"An injury to a child can have a huge impact. So with a child of Rory's age, we would never let her lift too much weight," said Greg Chinn, founder of JustLift Gym.
Last year, Rory placed eighth out of 13 competitors at the U.S. National Junior Championships for Girls Under 13. She was also the youngest competitor in the group.
This year, it was no surprise to many that the 7-year-old took first place. Rory had to compete in the United States because there was no national junior weightlifting championship in Canada.
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Rory exercises regularly every week to maintain his fitness. |
"Based on his current performance, Rory is the strongest seven-year-old in the world," said Rory's father, Cavan.
For Rory, weight training helps her body become stronger and allows her to do new things. She works out more than nine hours a week and enjoys getting fake tattoos.
"Being strong allows me to do more and be better. I don't worry too much about the past or the future, I just want to release my mood in the present," Rory shared.
