NCAA Women's Shot Put Champ Shuts Down Online Trolls 🛑

Axelina Johansson breaks down her journey from a high schooler in Sweden to becoming a star shot putter for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. She discusses being recruited by Coach St. Clair and the intense training required for her sport—including a 265 lb clean and jerk!

Axelina also opens up about the mixed reactions she gets online, specifically the unwarranted hate from men criticizing her lifting form, and why her ultimate goal is to empower young girls to embrace their strength and muscles.

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