Biography
Zalim Kuvambaev was born on April 13, 1986, in Kamystinsky District, Kostanay Region, Republic of Kazakhstan. He completed his secondary education at M. Frunze School, graduating in 2003. During his school years, he showed a strong interest in sports, participating in track and field, basketball, and kettlebell lifting — activities that laid a solid foundation for his physical development and personal growth.
Education
- 1995-2006 Secondary School No. 8, Kostanay.
- 2006-2009 Kostanay Industrial-Pedagogical College, major in Physical Education and Sports.
- 2009-2013 A. Baitursynov Kostanay State Pedagogical Institute, major in Physical Education and Sports.
Athletic Achievements
- Zalim Kuvambaev began his professional sports career in 2003, starting structured training in powerlifting under the guidance of Honored Coach I. A. Shilov.
- From 2004 to 2021, he remained the undisputed national champion and record holder in powerlifting in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
- On the international stage, he consistently proved his high level of skill, becoming Asian champion and record holder in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2015, 2018, and 2021.
- A milestone in his career was his victory at the 2013 World Powerlifting Championship, where he set a world record.
- He is also a multiple-time medalist at World Championships (2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2017, 2019).
State Awards and Honors
For his outstanding sports achievements and contributions to the development of physical culture and sports, Zalim Kuvambaev has received numerous honorary awards, including:
- An award from the Head of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of Kostanay Region,
- Certificates of recognition from the Akim (Governor) of Kostanay Region,
- A certificate of honor from the Minister of Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
