LFG in Weightlifting: Meaning, Psychological Impact, and Usage
In weightlifting, LFG stands for 'Let's F***ing Go,' an acronym used as a powerful expression of intense motivation, excitement, and readiness to exer...
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Clean and Jerk for Females: Defining 'Good' Performance, Factors, and Benchmarks
A 'good' clean and jerk for females is highly relative, depending on body weight, training experience, and individual goals, emphasizing consistent pr...
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Valsalva Maneuver in Weightlifting: Understanding, Benefits, Risks, and How to Perform It
The Valsalva maneuver is a breathing technique used in weightlifting involving forceful exhalation against a closed glottis to increase intra-abdomina...
By Alex
What is TS in Weightlifting? Understanding Time Under Tension for Muscle Growth
In weightlifting, "TS" most commonly refers to Time Under Tension (TUT), a crucial training variable that dictates how long a muscle is unde...
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Weightlifting: Understanding Maximum Repetitions (MR), Its Purpose, and Application
In weightlifting, 'MR' stands for Maximum Repetitions, signifying the highest number of successful repetitions performed for an exercise with a given ...
By Hart
Power Cleans: Mastering the Hook Grip for Enhanced Performance and Safety
The hook grip is the superior and safest technique for power cleans, offering unparalleled security, control, and the ability to lift heavier loads by...
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Olympic Lifting: Risks of Using Steel Plates, Equipment Differences, and Safe Practices
While technically possible, Olympic lifting with steel plates is strongly advised against due to significant safety risks, equipment damage, and their...
By Hart
Vasily Alekseyev: The First Man to Clean and Jerk 500 lbs, His Legacy, and the Lift Explained
The first man to officially clean and jerk 500 lbs (227 kg) was the legendary Soviet super-heavyweight weightlifter Vasily Alekseyev, achieving this m...
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Hook Grip: Safety, Benefits, Risks, and Proper Execution for Weightlifting
The hook grip is generally safer for heavy weightlifting than standard or mixed grips by preventing bar slippage, despite initial discomfort and rare ...
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