My normal weight category is 48 kg. So for the 51 kg…
“My normal weight category is 48 kg. So for the 51 kg. category, I had to depend on lots of food and drinks before going in for the weigh-in. But that does not make my strength, my muscles. It's a little bit different. If there's a 48 kg. category, it's a perfect fit for me.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Competing in a weight class that matches your natural body weight gives you optimal strength, unlike higher categories that require extra intake.
In simple terms: Staying in your natural weight class maximizes performance.
Compete where you’re naturally strongest.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- training regimens
- nutrition planning
- weight‑class selection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is your current class the best fit?
- How do you adapt nutrition for competition?
Higher weight classes may offer more visibility but can compromise strength.