The recovery of the split jerk can be a tricky process. It largely depends on the integrity of our dip and drive, but when we manage to execute the lift properly, only half the work is done! The recovery can make or break the split jerk. It’s important to focus […]
The start position of the lift is largely based on the athletes proportions, comfort, and other factors. There are some technical milestones that we should strive for to set up “by the book” such as: Weight centered at MID-FOOT Hips slightly above knees Shoulders slightly ahead of, or above, the […]
Here is an excerpt from a Remote Coaching video review touching on mental focus during lifts. In this set of 3 snatches, each lift looked completely different. We strive for similarity and replication when it comes to the lifts, but focusing on too much at once to achieve this can […]
The landing is crucial to the split jerk. As lifters, we need a solid foundation and base of support in order to get those heavy weights overhead. When working on footwork for the split jerk, make sure to: Set your feet in “jumping” or “pulling” stance Dip and drive from […]
Coupled with our post last week about a common error associated with this cue, here’s a situational case where it can be used to bring about positive action in a lift. Make sure to watch the video below! In the jerk, we need the body to travel in a straight […]
Here is a common error associated with this very popular cue. Make sure to watch the video below! We do not want knees collapsing inward during a lift, but forcefully driving the knees out during a pull can cause: ❌Supinated or “rolled” feet ❌Improper weight distribution ❌Reducing contact point with […]
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It’s very easy to get caught up in the who, what, where, when, why, and how of Weightlifting. The snatch and clean & jerk are complicated movements and there are a lot of moving parts when trying to execute the lifts properly.Though, developing a high skill level in the lifts […]
Here is a footwork drill that came up this morning with a personal training client that provided them with a physical target for the landing. These can also be done with 10kg plates, but why not use these brand new @keeppulling“Technique Boards”!? This drill will teach the lifter to: ✅PUSH OFF […]
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