In this episode, Sal, Adam & Justin discuss the challenges and benefits of Olympic Lifting with Olympian Sonny Webster.
What is Olympic Lifting? (3:30) The difference between power and strength. (5:10) Does getting stronger contribute to more power? (6:08) The prerequisites REQUIRED if you want to start Olympic lifting. (7:08) Are Olympic weightlifting shoes recommended? (8:56) Where does it rank in terms of complexity and skill required? (10:33) How does he define mobility? (14:40) Olympic Weightlifting for Beginners 101. Understanding the process, the think box vs the play box & MORE. (16:04) What role does fatigue play into this modality? (20:30) Teaching Olympic Weightlifting in the CrossFit market. (22:40) Breaking down the triple extension. (29:00) The process of the catch position. (31:20) What are the most common athletes that come to him? (32:29) The best complimentary exercises for Olympic Weightlifting? (34:25) What paradigm-shattering moments has he experienced in his career? (37:00) Where did he get his mobility from and how does he keep it up? (39:30) How often does he chase PR’s? (40:40) Selling Olympic Weightlifting to the masses: What can they expect to gain? (41:45) The importance of getting the RIGHT muscles to work. (44:40) What are the most common injuries? (46:04) For the average person, what element of Olympic Weightlifting would he recommend they start with? (47:21) Should I mobilize or practice movements before or after my workout? (49:08) Is there a technique to brace the core when doing Olympic Weightlifting? (52:00) Weightlifting can be assessable for EVERYONE! (55:33) Practice the skill and master the movement. (57:52)
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March Promotion: MAPS Powerlift ½ off! **Code “POWER50” at checkout** Stop Working Out And Start Practicing – Mind Pump Blog What the hell is the Triple Extension – Sonny Webster Do you struggle with the stability in the catch position? - Sonny Webster Mind Pump Free ResourcesFeatured Guest/People Mentioned
Sonny Webster (@sonnywebstergb) Instagram WebsiteMathew Fraser (@mathewfras) Instagram
