Kristin Newman (@dancefightlift) post surgery PR clean&jerk at 238lbs/108kg. Lifetime PR is 244lbs/111kg. I think we’re going to blow that out of the water soon. Boom.
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Feats of strength with Dmitry Klokov (@klokovd) at CrossFit Oahu (@crossfitoahufamily). Given the amount of travel these guys have been doing around the world, they are still very regimented about their training. On this day in particular, because Polovnikov had already been in the states for several weeks, he was adjusted enough to push for a max on his snatch. Whereas Klokov stayed light to allow his body to adjust to the jet lag having just arrived a few days before.
Sara Flynn of Myles Ahead Weightlifting (@mylesahead1) demonstrating a high level of athleticism in barbell manipulation. Sara’s level of speed, power and coordination is fun to witness live in action.
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Front rack making you uncomfortable? Not entirely sure where the bar should rest and be supported?
3 Points of Performance for a better rack involve:
1. Supporting the bar above the chest and behind the meaty landmark of the shoulder.
2. Actively resisting the depression of the barbell to avoid cutting off air and circulation.
3. Keeping the hands loose and elbows up and active to maintain body positioning.
To get a feel for proper bar positioning, Zombie squats can be employed help develop this sense of awareness for athletes.
Kickin’ off 2014 with the first seminar at Morgan Hill CrossFit. Thanks, crew, for spending the day with me geeking out on Olympic-style weightlifting. It’s been a very fun day.
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