A Longford woman has become a world champion over the weekend.
Nikki Glynn was crowned the Female Veteran Power World Champion over the weekend in Sofia, Bulgaria.
The World Street Workout and Calisthenics federation competition recognizes strength, endurance, grace and fitness at an international level.
The Longford Lady also came third in the Female Veteran Strength and Endurance category.
Nikki, who grew up in Longford Town, was the only female in the competition to compete and stand on two out of the three podiums in her age category.
Nikki Glynn (nee O'Byrne) says that the sport has had a huge benefit for her:
She says she hopes to see more women enter the sport in the coming years.
Nikki is urging anyone who wants to get into calisthenics to get in touch with her:
