Nigeria’s renowned para-powerlifter, Folashade Oluwafemiayo has revealed the factors behind her record-breaking performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympics
The three-time world champion attributes her success to perseverance and endurance, frequent consumption of pounded yam, which boosts her energy, passion and determination, hard training, focus on complex carbohydrates and moderate fat intake.
Folashade broke her own record in the over 86kg category, lifting 166kg and later 167kg, becoming the first female para-athlete to achieve this feat.
Her journey to success began in 1999, overcoming discrimination and disability. Folashade’s uncle introduced her to para-lifting, and she trained under John Oguntoye.
Folashade has won two Paralympic gold medals, three World Championships, and a Commonwealth Games gold medal.
Beyond sports, Folashade emphasizes education and empowerment for persons with disabilities.
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