USA Weightlifting Level 1 Exam | Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update 2024/2025
USA Weightlifting Level 1 Exam | Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update 2024/2025 How do you assess the physical Readiness of an athlete for lifting? The overhead squat, the front squat, the snatch deadlift, and military press Can any athlete begin weight training? No, not all athletes can begin weightlifting progressions from day one. An assessment should be done by the coach to grasp a general idea of what the athlete’s current ability What do you do when an athlete (new or experienced) has pain present with the movements or prior injury history ? Refer the athlete to a medical professional such as an MD or physical therapist Why teach and evaluate the front squat?To make sure the athlete has the flexibility of the shoulders, wrists, torso and hips to maintain the correct "racked" position used in clean progressions. Why evaluate the overhead squat?
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