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Takudzwa Chitsiga-Zimpapers Sports Hub
THE Thailand bound five-member Powerlifting and Fitness team has upped their preparations with the only lady in the team, Spiwe Munyaka, saying she is now ready for the big occasion.
The United World Sports and Fitness Federation (UWSFF) Championships are set for August 21 to 23 in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
The seasoned athlete will take part in the Squat, Dead-lift, and Bench Press (SBD) in the 80kg to 89 kg categories.
“So far, so good. All gym preparations are going well. I am blasting so hard, and everything is going according to my programme. No injuries , no muscle discomfort.
I’m expecting a victory in my category and overall, too.
“I feel more conditioned and super ready, and I’m expecting anything other than the gold medal,” said Munyaka.
Munyaka’s preparations have, however, not gone without challenges as she put in the final push.
“With everything going on smoothly I am, however, facing some obstacles mostly on my diet and accessories due to financial strains.
“I will be so grateful if sponsors chip in and help make my victory certain.
“I would like to appreciate all the sponsors who had so far assisted me, like Sanja Fitness Centre, Clifford Makiwa, Energy “Dhala” Dube, Vongaishe Mupereri, Primrose Mutatu, among several others,” she added.
The athlete gave credit to her coach, GS Mhaka, who she said pushes her to the limit.
“I am grateful that I am working under Mhaka, who is very hard, but I really like the hard part of him because he always pushes me to pass my limits.
“He is not an easy man, but his results are guaranteed,” added Munyaka.
Munyaka will be taking part in her second international tournament after participating in the world championships in Dubai in February, where she won her category and came out third overall.
During the February event, she managed to break her dead-lift and squat personal records of 160kg dead-lift and 155kg on squat
