Fort Craig Club – Youth of the Month – December

Blake

“I’m learning so much from the Powerlifting Class at the Club,” says 13 year-old Blake, a member of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley – Fort Craig Club. “We meet our trainer in the Vault, which is the teen room at the Club and we use the weight equipment to practice our dead lifts, bench presses, and squats.

I’m in my fifth week of the class and I’m already feeling stronger. I’ve learned so much about powerlifting, such as understanding how important it is to always use the proper technique when lifting weights and to always have a spotter, someone who stays right next to you and can jump in if you’re having trouble – it’s the best way to stay safe when lifting weights.”