Skillful Weight Lifting (Skilful Sports Series)

This guide to the techniques and training methods involved in weight lifting incorporates discussion about equipment and terminology, an examination of the snatch and the clean and jerk, and advice on the execution of each lift and how to prepare for competition. Routines to improve explosive power, co-ordination, balance, dexterity, endurance and mobility are outlined. Also included are important rehabilitative and protective exercises.