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USA Weightlifting Questions and Correct
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When teaching an athlete to MISS a lift, whether it is a snatch, clean,
or jerk there is an approach that is common to all three exercises:
Ans: Push the barebell in the direction it is going as the athlete moves
themselves in the opposite direction
General rules and etiquette for the training area include:
Ans: Never walk in front of an athlete that is lifting; limit any and all
distractions; discourage idle chatter that interferes with coaching
Describe appropriate clothing for an athlete during training:
Ans: Full length sweatpants or tights; Stretchable form fitting clothinig that
is not restricting so the lifter can move freely
Describe a standard platform in terms of size, height and material:
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Ans: In the USA, this is typically a surface that is 8'x8'. It is generally made
out of wood and stands 1.5" to 3" high. It must be completely flat, level
and have a non-slippery surface, but should allow for the foot to slide
during the jerk and provides solid footing when the feet are placed in their
final position for catching the bar.
How should platforms be maintained?
Ans: Nothing should ever be on the platform except for the lifter and the
barbell
Explain the benefits of weightlifting chalk:
Ans: It allows for a firm grip on the barbell while doing heavy lifting and it
won't allow your hands to slip up and down
Give 3 weightlifting etiquettes that the coach should insist upon
his/her athletes:
USA Weightlifting Questions and Correct
Answers/ Latest Update / Already
Graded
When teaching an athlete to MISS a lift, whether it is a snatch, clean,
or jerk there is an approach that is common to all three exercises:
Ans: Push the barebell in the direction it is going as the athlete moves
themselves in the opposite direction
General rules and etiquette for the training area include:
Ans: Never walk in front of an athlete that is lifting; limit any and all
distractions; discourage idle chatter that interferes with coaching
Describe appropriate clothing for an athlete during training:
Ans: Full length sweatpants or tights; Stretchable form fitting clothinig that
is not restricting so the lifter can move freely
Describe a standard platform in terms of size, height and material:
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Ans: In the USA, this is typically a surface that is 8'x8'. It is generally made
out of wood and stands 1.5" to 3" high. It must be completely flat, level
and have a non-slippery surface, but should allow for the foot to slide
during the jerk and provides solid footing when the feet are placed in their
final position for catching the bar.
How should platforms be maintained?
Ans: Nothing should ever be on the platform except for the lifter and the
barbell
Explain the benefits of weightlifting chalk:
Ans: It allows for a firm grip on the barbell while doing heavy lifting and it
won't allow your hands to slip up and down
Give 3 weightlifting etiquettes that the coach should insist upon
his/her athletes:
