Arshia Goswami Deadlifts Over Double Her Body Weight: Know All About 8-Year-Old Haryana Girl
A recent spectacle on her Instagram displayed Arshia executing an astonishing 70 kg Sumo deadlift, drawing widespread admiration online for her extraordinary capabilities. Her approach to weightlifting, treating it more like play than rigorous training, alongside her remarkable strength, has endeared her to many.
From the heart of Panchkula, Haryana, comes an 8-year-old marvel, Arshia Goswami, a true representation of Generation Alpha at its best.
With her life filled with engaging activities and the unique responsibility of handling an Instagram account, Arshia embodies the curious and lively spirit typical of children her age. Her enthusiasm for discovering new experiences shines through, making her stand out among her peers.
Yet, it's in the realm of weightlifting where Arshia truly distinguishes herself from her contemporaries. Practicing primarily in her father's gym, despite her light frame of just 25 kg, she boasts the ability to deadlift a remarkable weight more than twice her own, with a record-breaking lift of 60 kg, as noted by the India Book of Records for her age group in Asia.
Arshia achieves remarkable 70 kg Sumo deadlift
A recent spectacle on her Instagram displayed Arshia executing an astonishing 70 kg Sumo deadlift, drawing widespread admiration online for her extraordinary capabilities. Her approach to weightlifting, treating it more like play than rigorous training, alongside her remarkable strength, has endeared her to many.
Echoing the sentiments of many, one user expressed, ¡°One Day India Will Be Proud On You.¡± To put her achievements into perspective, another user commented, ¡°For reference, it is equivalent to a 75 kg Guy lifting 210kg.¡± A third supporter exclaimed, ¡°Hats Off.¡±
Arshia established herself as the youngest record-holding deadlifter in the India Book of Records at the tender age of just 6 years, 11 months, and 27 days, by lifting an impressive 45 kg on December 28, 2021. This milestone solidifies her position as a prodigious talent in the world of weightlifting.
Arshia Goswami: The 8-year-old weightlifting prodigy
Arshia Goswami, an 8-year-old from Sector-25 Panchkula, is not your average schoolgirl. While she enjoys painting and watching Netflix at home, her real passion lies in weightlifting. Arshia has astounded everyone by deadlifting more than double her body weight, setting an Asia record with a personal best of 60 kg. Her abilities extend to proficiently performing snatch lifts and clean-and-jerks, with Arshia playfully declaring, "Weights are my toys."
Her impressive feats have not only garnered a social media following nearing 700,000 but also attracted sponsorships from major fitness brands in India, such as MuscleBlaze and Jerai Fitness. Arshia's journey into weightlifting began during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown when she joined her parents, Avnish and his wife, in their home workout routine. Inspired by a story about a Canadian child weightlifter, Avnish introduced Arshia to light weights and a makeshift barbell, despite concerns from family and neighbours that it might stunt her growth. Avnish's research and certification in the field have shown that these fears are unfounded, as Arshia continues to grow and thrive in her unique talent.
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Kumar Debvrat is a copyeditor at Indiatimes, combining trending topics in India with unique human-interest stories. He has a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, enjoying both cricket and comic book movies.
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