| AMANDA PHILLIPS - 69/75 kg Class, Senior Born: 4th July 1981, Redcliffe, Qld
Lives: Capalaba, Qld.
Club: Cougars Weightlifting Club
Coach: Michael Keelan
Occupation: Student
Best Lifts: Snatch 88kg, C&Jerk 112kg,
Total 200kg - Detailed Statistics
Video Footage: Snatch 83kg, C&Jerk 110kg
Career Highlights:
-
4th 2006 Commonwealth Games
- 6th 2000 Olympic Games.
- 4th 2002 Commonwealth Games
- Represented Australia at 1999 World Seniors.
- Australian representative at World Juniors, 1997(Cape Town), 1998(Bulgaria),
1999(Savannah), 2000(Prague).
- Australian representative at Senior Oceania's, 1998, 1999, 2000,
2003
- Junior Oceania Gold medallist 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001.
- National Senior Gold medallist 2001, 1999, 1997.
- National U20 Gold medallist 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001
How and Why Did You Start Weightlifting?
I started in September 94 when QLD W/Ling ran some TID programs through Capalaba
high school. I was a competitive little grade eighter keen and eager so I went along to
start training.
Best Moment In The Sport?
Definitely my 107.5 CN & JK at 2000 Olympics. I really needed to dig deep and I pulled
it off under the most stressful conditions I've ever experienced.
Worst Moment In The Sport?
I wouldn't say there was a "worst" moment just hard and frustrating
times such as injury, low motivation, and times when you feel like you're taking 1 step
forward then 2 steps back. But those times are just there to make a personal best on the
platform feel better.
Person You Most Admire in Weightlifting?
I admire Mike for his dedication to the sport and tireless efforts. I also admire
Michelle Kettner for her quiet guts and determination that makes a lot of noise on the
platform.
Favourite Exercise?
Varies depending on my strengths during a program. At the moment I'd have to say power
cleans and cleans as they feel really fluent.
Least Favourite Exercise?
Squats at the moment
Favourite Venue To Compete?
I love competing at the state sports complex in Sydney. I always seem to go well
there and I also hold fond memories of Olympic selection at that venue. I also like
competing at the cougars as all my friends are there and it's a lot of fun.
How many hours do you train per week?
From 10- 16 depending on whether I am double day training.
Brothers/Sisters, How Many?
1 brother Alex (11 yrs old) and the next Bill Gates
Single/Married?
Not single and not married.
Favourite Music?
Good drinking music
Favourite Movie?
Not sure
Favourite Food ?
McDonalds Chocolate fudge sundae with fries in it!!!
Favourite Book?
I enjoy reading a lot of Psychological/ Forensic crime novels. (eg Patricia Cornwell and
James Patterson). I also like Bryce Courtney as I think he creates some very thought
provoking stories.
Do You Compete In Other Sports?
Not any more, I used to be very competitive in athletics, softball, volley ball,
basket ball and cross country- Those were back in my aerobic days.
What Do You Do When Not Training To Relax/Favourite
Pastime?
When I'm not training I'm at uni studying a science degree in Biochemistry but to
relax I like to Sleep and watch TV or read.
Why?
I find there is very little physical energy required to do the above relaxation activities
and that works for me |
