Athlete Things - Episode 52: Alba Boström, Sweden's Strongest Female

In this episode of Athlete Things: Road to Junior Worlds, Bobby catches up with Alba Boström, the current Ranked #1 Female in Sweden while still being a Junior. 

Alba, who has already competed in five World Championships, is preparing for her sixth in Malta.  Fresh off an impressive 4th-place finish at the Open Worlds in Lithuania, she reflects on the power of healthy competition and how it has driven her to incredible heights. 

Alba takes us through her extensive competition history, sharing the unique lessons she's learned from each World Championship, including themes of maturity, confidence, and the role of luck. With more than 20 competitions to her name, Alba discusses how she learns to stay healthy while preparing for competitions.

In her final Junior World Championship, Alba goes up against one of the most decorated powerlifters in history, the current U57 Open World Champion, Jade Jacob. Alba excitedly shares how this invigorates her competitive spirit and she welcomes the competition.

Alba also opens up about her journey into powerlifting, hoping to inspire others to pursue their passions. Don’t miss this inspiring story!