Zachary Height Articles

Tall Clean

The tall clean is a technique drill for improving the pull under on the clean. It develops quickness and aggression in the third pull. Performed at an appropriate weight this is an extremely effective exercise learning to be "fast."  Cues: Start in a balanced position...
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Clean

The clean is an exercise used to develop strength, power and force absorption. It can be trained specifically for the sport of Olympic Weightlifting, or used to develop athletes in a wide variety of sports. Entire books are written on the proper set up and execution...
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Weightlifting Footwork – Pulling to Receiving Position

  More cleans and snatches are lost because of poor footwork than for any other reason. Learning to accurately move the feet from your pulling stance to your receiving stance will make you a better weightlifter. Cues: Start in your pulling position for the snatch or...
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Straddle L-Sit – Extension

This is an active mobility drill to build towards a straddle L-sit and eventually the stalder press. Cues: Keep the hands flat on the box. This builds wrist mobility and strength. Extend the knees forcefully with toes pointed each rep. Straddle hard and do not rest...
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