We decided to introduce our amazing athletes here on the blog too! First up in the League Finland athlete spotlight is Ansku! We asked all our athletes a few questions – let's see how Ansku answered them.
1. Who are you, how long have you been doing the sport and why CrossFit*?
I've been doing it for 7 years. It was the first sport that caught my interest after a long break from exercise.
2. If you were stranded on a desert island with a pull-up bar and a barbell and could take one of these products with you, which would you choose and why?
A) SBD knee sleeves
B) League Alpha grips
C) League weightlifting belt
- Knee sleeves, definitely. Why? Because squats are the best.
3. Favourite benchmark workout and personal record
- My favourite is probably Diane! If I remember right, I once went crazy and did it somewhere between 2:30 and 3:00.
Diane = 21-15-9 Reps For Time, Deadlifts (225/155 lb) & Handstand Push-Ups
4. A PR in any movement
- Snatch 65 kg. It matters to me because it's the most I've ever snatched, and I did it after giving birth.
5. Your tips for a beginner
- Go to the WODs and do the basics well. Get your technique right before adding weight.
6. Best memory or experience in the sport?
- Tough one… the best have been benchmark workouts at the WODs and competitions! I guess that's where my competitive spirit shouts the loudest.
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