General introduction
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Updated: 2004-07-29 10:41

Although Weightlifting is considered the sport of strength, history has shown that the athlete's strength must be accompanied by skills developed from a knowledgeable trainer.

Weightlifting consists of two movements executed in a standard order: first the snatch and then the clean and jerk. There are both men and women Weightlifting events. Each athlete has the right to three attempts for each movement. The athlete’s best performances in both movements are put together to determine the final placement.

ATHENS 2004 Weightlifting

During the ATHENS 2004 Games, Weightlifting will be held in the Nikaia Olympic Weightlifting Hall. The competition schedule will run through ten competition days, from 14 to 25 August, with rest days on 17 August and 22 August.