The men’s weightlifting team of Azerbaijan continues preparations for the upcoming international competitions in Lahij settlement of Ismayilli region. The training camp, which launched on August 10, will last till 1 September.
The coaching staff chose Lahij with a favorable climate and high mountainous terrain this time due to the importance of changing the training ground within the year. Rehearsals of the national team are conducted intensively, the level of training is getting improved taking advantage of good nutrition and relaxation opportunities.
Asif Mammadov, the head coach of the team, said: “We have several vital international competitions in the second half of the year. In September, the world senior championship, and the European junior and youth championships in the following months will be organized. At present we are in Lahij, Ismayilli. Our trainings will continue until September. The aim of selecting this place is to benefit of its geography.
As you know, it is 1,500 meters above sea level. The trainings here allow us to significantly raise the preparations of our athletes in a short period of time. We are here for two weeks, the trainings are going well, we have no problems with training, nutrition, relaxation, we are provided with all the necessary facilities. Thankfully, the team doesn’t have any injuries, and we can prepare to competitions with the full squad. We hope to achieve satisfactory results in the next international competitions. We believe that this training will have a great assistance to us. ”
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