Tyrell Stewart shows his strength
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Representing Northcliff High School, he competed in the Gauteng Championships, walking away with the gold in the male U17 67kg category.
He managed a combined total lift of 158kg, making up a solid 70kg and an 88kg clean and jerk, all while weighing in at 62kg. Describing the feeling as surreal, Tyrell moved up a weight class since last year, and after just one meet, he ranked third nationally in his division.
Tyrell said that he picked up his first barbell at the age of 11, with the help of his coach Steve Kafang, in crafting his game plans.
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In the build-up to the competition, Tyrell gradually increased his weights without exerting his body. 'The week before, we dialled it down, that's what we call a 'deload', it helps me recover, and stay sharp. Honestly, though, it is the mental game that is tough; you cannot let it go to your head.'
He said that weightlifting was not just about winning, but about what it taught him along the way. 'This sport has taught me that you get out what you put in. There's always going to be someone stronger.'
Tyrell added that there was always room to improve to push oneself when lifting, whether at training or in a competition, and that was when he felt like himself.
With the South African Youth and Junior Championships around the corner in July, he is setting his sights on an even bigger podium, expressing that he has 'real shot' at doing well, and just needs to stay focused.
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