USA Weightlifting UPDATED ACTUAL
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT
ANSWER - 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? - CORRECT ANSWER - Nothing should ever be
on the platform except for the lifter and the barbell
Explain the benefits of weightlifting chalk: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Never walk in front of another athlete that is lifting; no idle chatter or
distracting noise; earphones should be discouraged so one can here the coach's commands
Describe the characteristics of a good weightlifting shoe: - CORRECT ANSWER -
Weightlifting shoes are enclosed, reasonably lightweight, have a raised heel, and are nonslip.
, How should a lifter care for their hands to prevent callous tearing? - CORRECT
ANSWER - It is appropriate for lifters to reduce the thickness of calluses by using a
pumice stone, to pare down the calluses. Use of non-greasy skin lotion after a shower can also
help keep the skin on the hands in good shape.
Explain the steps when introducing a new exercise to new weightlifters - CORRECT
ANSWER - Name the Exercise, Key Characteristics and Purpose, Use of Special
Equipment, Safety Precautions, and Demonstration
When prioritizing error correction this concern should be addressed first: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Safety Errors
TRUE positive coaching is based upon: - CORRECT ANSWER - Focusing upon what you
want them to do; rather than not to do
When the athlete's movement pattern becomes "AUTOMATIC", they have attained the: -
CORRECT ANSWER - The Autonomous Stage of Learning
List the three stages of motor learning and explain how they relate to weightlifting - CORRECT
ANSWER - Cognitive, Associative, and Autonomous:
Cognitive = An understanding of what is to be done; What do I need to do? How do I do it?
Correct Movement Patterns Drastic increased performance.
Associative = Learning occurs by attempting the skill and receiving feedback. Kinesthetic
Awareness, Self Correction, and Refinement of Technique.
Autonomous = Movement pattern becomes "automatic"
Focus on the nuances of competition preparation and training and Very difficult to mold and
transform
technique learned in the prior stages.
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT
ANSWER - 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? - CORRECT ANSWER - Nothing should ever be
on the platform except for the lifter and the barbell
Explain the benefits of weightlifting chalk: - CORRECT ANSWER - 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: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Never walk in front of another athlete that is lifting; no idle chatter or
distracting noise; earphones should be discouraged so one can here the coach's commands
Describe the characteristics of a good weightlifting shoe: - CORRECT ANSWER -
Weightlifting shoes are enclosed, reasonably lightweight, have a raised heel, and are nonslip.
, How should a lifter care for their hands to prevent callous tearing? - CORRECT
ANSWER - It is appropriate for lifters to reduce the thickness of calluses by using a
pumice stone, to pare down the calluses. Use of non-greasy skin lotion after a shower can also
help keep the skin on the hands in good shape.
Explain the steps when introducing a new exercise to new weightlifters - CORRECT
ANSWER - Name the Exercise, Key Characteristics and Purpose, Use of Special
Equipment, Safety Precautions, and Demonstration
When prioritizing error correction this concern should be addressed first: - CORRECT
ANSWER - Safety Errors
TRUE positive coaching is based upon: - CORRECT ANSWER - Focusing upon what you
want them to do; rather than not to do
When the athlete's movement pattern becomes "AUTOMATIC", they have attained the: -
CORRECT ANSWER - The Autonomous Stage of Learning
List the three stages of motor learning and explain how they relate to weightlifting - CORRECT
ANSWER - Cognitive, Associative, and Autonomous:
Cognitive = An understanding of what is to be done; What do I need to do? How do I do it?
Correct Movement Patterns Drastic increased performance.
Associative = Learning occurs by attempting the skill and receiving feedback. Kinesthetic
Awareness, Self Correction, and Refinement of Technique.
Autonomous = Movement pattern becomes "automatic"
Focus on the nuances of competition preparation and training and Very difficult to mold and
transform
technique learned in the prior stages.
