Best of Olympic Weightlifting
Pete Rubish shows (one of the many reasons) why being a powerlifter is awesome. If it tastes good I'm eating it. Update: Check out his Low Carb shopping. Check out his Max Gains grocery shopping list. Update: Another look in his kitchen. … [Continue reading]
Shout out to Jon North and Donny Shankle's new podcast project - Weightlifting Talk. Programing, technique, the psychology of an athlete, food, everyday life of a weightlifter, and the simple hell that comes with training will only be some of the … [Continue reading]
Iron Radio Episode 161 features an interview with weightlifting coach Joe Micela. Joe is the the coach of Olympian Sarah Robles and they talk about what it takes to prepare somebody for the Olympics. Download Audio: link to mp3 (right click + … [Continue reading]
More gymnastics stuff today. Here is a video with some good drills to improve your handstands. Key Elements: Posterior Pelvic Tilt - flattening the lower back, to eliminate arching Protraction of the scapulae - Cue: "Chest in" Scapular … [Continue reading]
Thanks to reader Michal for sharing Tom Martin's 340kg Raw Deadlift. Just in case you have not seen his 360kg World Record Deadlift at 83kg. … [Continue reading]
Over at reddit people are putting together a spreadsheet to compare protein powder prizes. Check it out and help entering your best protein deals. Google Docs Spreadsheet … [Continue reading]
Over at Gymnastic Bodies you can see a demonstration of Planche Dips. An excellent exercise to build upper body pushing strength. Progressions: This movement may also be performed with a tuck, advanced tuck, ½ lay or lay in addition to the … [Continue reading]
Jami Tikkanen has 3 mobility drills to rehab for your patellar tendonitis infested knees (or just to loosen up the tightness around them). lying band traction knee choke hold - use your forearm as a lever work on the area above the knee cap … [Continue reading]
Man, there was a lot of drama at the Oceania Weightlifting Championships in Samoa. In complete contrast to the despicable Daniel Koum story, this story will restore your faith in humanity. In order for his New Zealand teammate, Richard … [Continue reading]