Chinese vs Conventional Part 2: Relaxing arms

Second to foot balance, being able to maximally relax the arms during the first pull and the extension phase allows one to get the most out of their legs and back "into" the barbell. Both in terms of power and bar path guidance.

Posted by Suman on Feb 25, 2019

Chinese vs Conventional Part 1: Midfoot vs ball-of-the-foot

The first pull is where it all begins for the Snatch and the Clean and Jerk. Where is one balanced on their foot, at the start, has the BIGGEST impact on the overall lift. On how it looks and feels.

Posted by Suman on Feb 21, 2019

Weightlifting and CrossFit: Reality vs. Truth: Part 1

In the world of functional training, there is the "reality" which includes those who are doing what everyone else is doing. And then there are a rare few who know something that others do not. This knowledge is sending them to levels unfathomable by anyone.

Posted by Suman on Feb 10, 2019

The redundancy of technique

"Technique" is touted as the goto skill by any and all coaches. Athletes spend countless hours on a daily basis ingraining what they think they know. Only to question it and falter when the stakes are high.

Posted by Suman on Feb 07, 2019

The art of training

Most train to hide or escape. Some train for the sake of training. Few train to compete. Fewer train to create, as training is their craft. Very few truly master the art of training

Posted by Suman on Jan 28, 2019

Imagine the possibilities

Imagination is nourishment for the soul. It is what keeps one hungry for more. It is what makes man question himself. Not about what he should be. But about what he could be.

Posted by Suman on Jan 19, 2019

How to REALLY snatch or clean

Training in order to to know is a very different path from training in order to learn, compete or win. When one knows, learning and winning happens without even trying.

Posted by Suman on Jan 14, 2019

The cure for all your pain

Most problems are lower back, core and hip issues surfacing as something else. The more one runs away from this, they further complicate their situation.

Posted by Suman on Jan 01, 2019

The Athlete

What does it truly mean to be an athlete? Like with most words, the true meaning is often far from that which is perceivable immediately. Perhaps a better question then is, what transforms an athelte into a legendary one?

Posted by Suman on Dec 25, 2018

You don't need physio

Most physiotherapy is a waste of time and money. It will cause more hassle than it will take away. Understanding this is your best attempt at truly fixing your pain and limitations.

Posted by Suman on Dec 16, 2018

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