UNIT 8: main lift benefits and fixing flaws
DOCUMENTS
Video 45: benefits - back squat
The back squat is the king of all lifts. Here's why.
Video 46: fixing flaws - back squat
Fixing these common back squat flaws will be the bread and butter of coaching athletes.
Video 47: benefits - front squat
Don't forget the front squat! It's personally my favorite for many athletes.
Video 48: fixing flaws - front squat
Not surprisingly, the front squat has many of the same common flaws as the back squat - but there are a few subtle differences.
Video 49: benefits - bench press
Some people love it, some hate it. But here's why the bench press might work for an athlete's program.
Video 50: fixing flaws - bench press
I don't think many people realize how much of a technique-heavy lift the bench press is. Here are some of the common flaws coaches will see - and how to fix them.
Video 51: conventional deadlift
The rawest lift - just picking heavy stuff off the floor is a great addition to many programs. We talk about the benefits of the deadlift as well as how to teach it and coach it.
Video 52: sumo deadlift
There are reasons to alternate between the sumo deadlift and the conventional deadlift. In this video, we cover the benefits and also the coaching methods.
Video 53: push press and strict press
This is my favorite upper body exercise for athletes. Learn why - and learn how to coach the common flaws seen in vertical pressing.