Thursday, August 22, 2013

Things you should read/watch



Some weightlifters will find this article a bit controversial.  This blogpost Donny Shankle advocates a bending of the arms in the pull.  In many circles this is a giant no-no.  What am I going to say to a five-time national champ and world team member? 


Cool weightlifting documentary that Greg Everett and Catalyst Athletics is producing.  Even is you aren’t a weightlifter, you will enjoy it.  It will give you a look into what these athletes’ lives are like in the US.  There isn’t much glamour for these unknown coaches and athletes. 


To be perfectly honest, you could read any of these articles as a weightlifter and get something out of it.  They are succinct and full of gems of knowledge. 


Great article answering this question:

John, I’m heading to nationals for weightlifting and, before big meets, I tend to get nervous.  As a former NFL player, I imagine you felt similar.  My question is: how do you deal with anxiety and nervousness? Thanks for the help.


Who cares what you think about workouts with 30 snatches for time.  The women are hot and the workouts are pretty cool.  Besides, CrossFit has done more for the sport of weightlifting than USA Weightlifting has.  

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