FuBarbell

2013 has been an exceptional journey in exploring barbell manipulation. I would say the majority of the coaches I had the pleasure of spending time with along with my personal coaching influences in the USA have all taught what we consider a classic “S” pull in weightlifting where the bar trajectory sweeps in and out before looping overhead or onto the shoulders.

Dmitry Klokov (@klokovd) jerk balances. It’s just amazing to witness the amount of base strength these guys have while performing their assistance exercises. Klokov says he spends about 70% of his time strengthening his back and about 30% of the time strengthening his shoulders. These are his “weak” areas; and when improved, improves his classic lifts as well.

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Stepped out during the clinic to watch Nikita catch his workout with some coaching from Polovnikov.

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#Polovnikov using the plate drill to force explosiveness, a complete finish and aggressive movement of the feet.

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OTC resident coach Zygmunt Smalcerz talking points of performance on the clean with Dmitry Klokov demonstrating position and movement.

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From left to right: Nikita Durnev (@norwoodweightlifting), JoAnn Aita (@joannaita7), Diane Fu, and Ilya Ilyin (@ilyinilya).

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A little more fodder from the weekend. @klokovd, the artistic view. For those of you wondering, Dmitry uses this exercise as a form of bodybuilding to help with strengthening the shoulders.

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by @klokovd “SNATCH !!! @dianefu & @klokovwww America, Hawaii, CrossfitOahu @crossfitoahufamily”

My favorite shot from yesterday.

Photo cred: @penmanphoto

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#Polovnikov being generally awesome with a congratulations from @klokovd.

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It’s demo time with @klokovd. Klokov demonstrates strength and balance for the audience.

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