South Africa’s very own “Iron Woman”, Brendali Theron, has once again dominated the world of strength sports! She recently smashed records and claimed the title of Africa’s Strongest Woman for the fourth time.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (26 November 2024) – South Africa’s Brendali Theron continues to dominate the world of strength sports, solidifying her legacy with another historic performance at Africa’s Strongest Woman competition.
Theron, already celebrated as the first South African to win the World’s Strongest Woman title this year, once again proved why she is considered one of the most formidable athletes in the sport.
This year’s Africa’s Strongest Woman competition was nothing short of gruelling, with athletes battling across six punishing events over two days. The competition pushed Brendali and her competitors to their absolute limits, combining raw strength, speed, and mental grit.
Competing in the under-64kg division, she set a new continental record with an astounding 200kg deadlift, a lift equivalent to an impressive 3.12 times her body weight. This achievement places her in the top 99.4% of athletes globally.
This incredible athlete, known for her raw power and unwavering determination, conquered every event, including a mind-blowing 200kg Yoke Walk for speed and the strenuous 150kg Farmer’s Walk.
Every event tested a different aspect of the athletes’ capabilities, and Theron’s commanding performance shone through.
In addition to her record-breaking performance in every event, Theron claimed the overall competition title, making her a four-time Africa’s Strongest Woman champion! This incredible milestone cements her status as a dominant force in strength sports, both on the continent and globally.
Theron has also been a beacon of femininity in strength sports, a goal she has pursued relentlessly since the beginning of her journey 12 years ago under the guidance of her coach, Robin du Toit.
When reflecting on her record-breaking deadlift and latest victory, Theron humbly dedicated her performance to her faith:
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” she said, quoting Philippians 4:13.
She added:
“None of this would have been possible without God. Thank you to my team at ArtisticFit, who believed in me every step of the way.”
When asked about her goals outside of sports, Theron shared a dream she has held close to her heart for years.
“I’ve always been a huge Springbok fan,” she said with a smile. “It would mean the world to me to one day be a flag bearer for the Springboks.”
But her aspirations don’t end there. Theron also expressed a passion for supporting charities and giving back to the community.
“I want to be more involved with organisations that uplift people, especially in underprivileged areas. Strength sports have given me so much, and I’d love to help others discover their potential, both in South Africa and across Africa.”
Brendali Theron’s incredible journey is one of resilience, faith, and purpose. Her achievements continue to inspire not only South Africans but athletes around the globe, proving that greatness is achieved through passion, determination, and staying true to one’s values.
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