Good things always come to those who do weight.
After more than a year of weight training, Minister of Justice K. Shanmugam and Minister of Home Affairs broke personal deadlift records at the Chong Pan Fitness Fiesta today (November 27).
And at 63, he’s already looking to his next challenge (more on that below).
Shanmugam, who weighs “around 62kg to 63kg”, started lightly with a 30kg warm-up. After that, he racked up his efforts to complete his single rep of his 125 kg. This is more than twice his weight.
he is his Record high 105kgand was pretty pumped up when Asia One caught up with him after the event (pun intended).
Shanmugam, still sporting a light sheen of sweat, said he was “very happy” with the final deadlift results.
But don’t expect him to repeat the feat regularly. The minister added that he actually prefers to do lighter weights and higher reps.
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His personal record challenge was not only a challenge to himself, but also a way to encourage residents to exercise.
“What I was very happy about was that there were a lot of people of all ages, in their 20s, 30s, 60s, 70s…that’s the main thing.”
So what’s next for Shanmugam after this personal milestone?
Don’t be surprised to see him pumping iron with National Assembly Speaker Tan Chuan Jin.
When Mr. Shanmugam was asked which fighter he would like to try deadlifting, the minister picked Tan and explained, “It seems that Chuanjin can do it.”
Tan’s active lifestyle and muay thai adventure.
Friendly anyway. “I wouldn’t call it a challenge, more fun,” Shanmugam affirmed simply.
In any case, even after his new deadlift record, the minister doesn’t quit his fitness routine. I feel healthier and more flexible.
The Chong Pan Fitness Fiesta had around 250 people signed up, according to the organizers, the Chong Pan Community Club.
Attendees tried their hand at a total of 20 fun stations for adults and kids, including golf, pull-ups, box jumps and kettlebell swings.
