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AFTER a season in the wilderness, bodybuilder Beloved George is looking forward to a huge comeback next year.
George has been a force to reckon with in the past, dominating the Men’s Fitness Physique category, but the athlete has faced hard times of late.
“I think I am going to make my comeback next year after failing to make any appearance on the local stage due to financial challenges. Currently, I am helping with training at the Samora Gym in Zimre Park,” he said.
George started off as an athlete and footballer in rural Goromonzi and later shifted his interest to bodybuilding, where he made his name.
Last year alone, the 31-year-old conquered all local federations by winning the Fitness Physique category, but he has since shifted his focus this year.
“I never showed up at any national event this year despite conquering last year, when I won five consecutive titles from all the local federations.
“I managed to win in the National Federation of Zimbabwe Bodybuilding and Fitness, World Fitness Federation Zimbabwe and the Fitness Physique titles.
“The wins gave me confidence that I could do more. But I have since taken time off because of the financial demands that come with the sport,” said George.
George is now a full-time fitness instructor at Samora Gym in Zimre Park and is also into sportswear through his Beloved Fitness Sportswear brand.
He is hoping for a big comeback on the stage.
“This year has been a bit challenging for me as I have missed a lot of contests because I was not training due to financial constraints. I had to do some construction and menial jobs to supplement my coffers.
“I think with support from the corporate world and individual sponsors, I can get back to my best.”
During his prime, George won the Fitness Physique, the World Fitness Federation Midlands Classic, Men’s Sports Model, the WFF Kings and Queens Grand Men’s Sports Model, GS Grand Prix and the Harare Classic titles.
