Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Kettlebell Lifter's Inspiring Journey to International Success
Danish, a young athlete, discovered kettlebell lifting, a sport that emphasizes technique and endurance.
He switched from his dream of joining the military to focus on kettlebells, facing challenges but achieving national and international success.
Despite a lack of support, he coaches others and trains clients worldwide.
He won a gold medal in Denmark, setting a personal best in Spain, and is preparing for future competitions.
He hopes to gain government recognition and dreams of competing in Russia one day, as he inspires others.
Danish Naushad, a 28-year-old, found success in kettlebell lifting after initially training for the National Defence Academy.
He transitioned from bodybuilding to kettlebell sport, gaining recognition and earning international medals.
Naushad coaches athletes and trains clients globally, despite a lack of government support for kettlebell lifting in India.
He won a gold medal at the 2024 IKMF World Championship in Denmark and achieved a personal best in Spain.
Naushad aims to gain government recognition and dreams of competing in Russia, as he continues training and coaching.
- Who
- Danish Naushad, a 28-year-old kettlebell lifter and coach.
- What
- Danish Naushad's journey in kettlebell lifting, from discovering the sport to winning international medals.
- When
- Since 2017.
- Where
- Kolkata, India; Denmark; Spain and other international locations.
- Why
- Naushad turned to kettlebell lifting after facing setbacks and found success through technique, dedication, and coaching.
Lack of Government Support
Support for Kettlebell
Government Funding
Lack of Government Support
Kettlebell lifters do not receive government funding or recognition.
Support for Kettlebell
N/A
- Age
- 28
- Sport
- Kettlebell Lifting
- Nationality
- Indian
- Achievements
- Multiple international medals, national records
- Current Profession
- Online Coach
- Next Competition
- IKMF World Championship in Hungary, November 2025