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National Squad Lifters
JOHN WALZ - 94kg class, U18

Born: 14 January 1987, Brisbane Qld
Lives: Rockhampton Qld
Club: None
Coach:  Trevor Walz
Occupation: Student              

Best Lifts: 121kg Snatch, 147.5kg Clean and Jerk, 262.5kg Total -   Detailed Statistics

Video Footage: Snatch 121Kg

Career Highlights:
- 2003 National Championships U16 Gold Medallist
- 2003 National Championships U18 Silver Medallist
- 2003 National Championships U20 Bronze Medallist

How and Why Did You Start Weightlifting?
Dad introduced me to weightlifting after I stopped swimming in 2002.

Best Moment In The Sport?

Being selected in the QLD U20 and Open Team for the Nationals in 2003.

Worst Moment In The Sport?
Forgetting to hold my first ever competition snatch for the required time.

Person You Most Admire in Weightlifting?
Ben Turner

Favorite  Exercise?
Back Squats


Least Favourite Exercise?

Squat Snatches

Favourite Venue To Compete?
Hawthorn


How many hours do you train per week?
4

Brothers/Sisters, How Many?

Lorraine & Andrew (both older)

Single/Married?
Single

Favourite Music?
John Butler & Sublime

Favourite Movie?
Deadman on Campus

Favourite Food ?
Honey Chicken

Favourite Book?
Hannibal

Do You Compete In Other Sports?
Touch Footy and Rugby League for my School

What Do You Do When Not Training To Relax/Favourite Pastime?
Quiet day at home with a sleep.


For more Information:
Ian Moir, QWA
Executive Director
Queensland Weightlifting Association

PO Box 1056, Capalaba,
4157, Brisbane, Australia,

E-mail qwa@powerup.com.au
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