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The Olympic Workout

August 8, 2008

In honor of the 2008 Olympic Games kicking off today in Beijing, here is a nice workout involving, you’ve probably guessed it by now, Olympic lifting.

O-Lifting is a great strength builder, provided you learn proper technique. This blog does not have enough space to demonstrate, but if you’re unsure about proper Olympic lifting technique, there are plenty of sites on the Net to help you.

This routine is not for newbies. I repeat: NOT FOR NEWBIES!

In Olympic lifting proper technique is a must. Learn slowly and then when you have a solid foundation under you, go hard and heavy on the Olympic lifts.

For those of you who are grizzled vets with O-lifting experience, here’s a solid workout for you.

The Olympic Workout

Power Cleans
Snatch
Push Press
Overhead Squats

Notes: Notes: Lift 2-3 times a week using whatever set and rep scheme your comfortable with except for squats (do 1-2 sets tops). Get plenty of rest, eat good food and drink lots of water. Remember to lift heavy and with max intensity.

Understand that to be successful in any weight training program – hard work is a must! Half-hearted effort does nothing for you. If you’re new to weight training or grossly out of shape, consult a physician first. End of disclaimer.

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Written by Brian Carson · Filed Under Workouts 

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