Articles in Olympic Weightlifting
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Masters Weightlifting: When to Use Sleeves, Belts, Wrist Wraps, and Lifting Straps


Masters level weightlifting officially begins at age 35 and the age groups change every five years. 35 seems too young to be considered old, but weigh... Continue reading
Too Many Chefs in the Weightlifting Kitchen


Over the years, I’ve seen plenty of highly talented athletes burst onto the weightlifting scene. And when I say “burst” onto the sce... Continue reading
Chiropractic and Olympic Weightlifting Performance


Olympic weightlifting can be a brutal endeavor. Anyone who has trained as a weightlifter has no doubt had some serious soreness, random joint aches an... Continue reading
Your Personal Weightlifting Identity and Reputation


Not too long ago, I was listening to a speech from Hall of Fame NFL quarterback Kurt Warner. For those of you who don’t know anything about Warn... Continue reading
Role Models


When I started lifting weights in 1997, I remember printing off photos on our home computer (we’re talking bad 1997 print quality). I printed ph... Continue reading
Competition: The Platform Defines Us


Must you compete in order to be considered a weightlifter? Let’s dive into this oddly contentious topic!   The simple answer is yes; you ... Continue reading
Maximizing the Push Press for the Jerk


Olympic-style weightlifting is often referred to as a predominantly lower body strength sport. However, we cannot ignore the fact that upper body stre... Continue reading
The Purpose of the Program


Watered down adult programs are not suitable for youth athletes. I'd label them as a detriment to long-term success and sustainability of the athl... Continue reading
Interview: Juliana Riotto


Juliana Riotto is one of the top up-and-coming weightlifters in the United States. Over the last few years, she’s been crushing American records... Continue reading
How to Handle the Motivational Struggles of Weightlifting


Every once in a while, I like to write articles that are based on memorable quotes I’ve heard throughout my weightlifting career. After 30 years... Continue reading
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