Many of my posts are geared towards the beginner or intermediate athlete and coach. This one is more advanced. When we first learn Olympic Weightlifting were taught a static start, where we find a comfortable start position, pause, then lift. Once someone has achieved a certain amount of proficiency, I always introduce the Dynamic start. It is very beneficial and is sort of like getting a running-start to gain extra advantage over the bar. That said, not all my athletes use this tactic and I would agree it is NOT for everyone. I do make an effort however to introduce it to them when I feel theyre ready just in case they like it. In a Dynamic start, the athlete creates some sort of stretching-reflex, quick tension, or pre-loading prior to lifting. This action must return the athlete to their original start position, and without hesitation, lift the bar. The key components are: (a) pre-loading (b) swift (c) no hesitation and (d) cannot ruin bar path. When learning the Dynamic start, its easy to disturb the lift-off of the bar. So its important that coaches and athletes practice the correct principles without interfering with the lift itself. If the athlete never gets comfortable with it, then return them to their original static start. No big deal. If however, they learn it well, and enjoy it, set them loose. Theyll benefit immensely from it. This video will explain
Posted on: Tue, 06 May 2014 15:28:49 +0000
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