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Ask Greg: Issue 164


Ashley Asks: I have been weightlifting for 5 years and cannot seem to break the habit of rocking back on my heels between the first and second pull, especially on the clean. I see it every lift I record: my toes come completely off the ground. This s... Continue reading
Legal Drugs in Weightlifting: Why They’re Still Dangerous


Over the last few months, I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking about drugs.   Giggle giggle, chuckle chuckle… I know that’s an odd statement to start off an article, but I’m serious about it. Let me tell you what ... Continue reading
Improving the Timing of the Catch in the Snatch


I’ve never consciously had to think much about the timing in my snatches. I believe I’ve developed quite well in that timing has never been much of an issue for me. I’ve always had to focus much more on correct technique and strengt... Continue reading
Why Bone Broth is an Essential Part of an Athlete's Diet


Bone broth is one of the new kids on the health and wellness scene. It has claimed benefits for skin, bone, and joint health, making it popular as an anti-aging food. Some athletes even credit bone broth for reducing joint pain and injury risk, as we... Continue reading
Why We All Should Strive to Be A Little More Gymnasty


They fly through the air with the greatest of ease, first on floor routines and balance beams, and now on sporting event courts and, well, pretty much anywhere and everywhere.   It's true. Gymnasts seem to have picked the best extracurricu... Continue reading
Interview: Neil Kanterman


Since we started including athlete/coach interviews in this magazine several years ago, we’ve been fortunate to get contributions from a lot of big names. National Champions, Olympians, Hall of Famers, etc. It’s been great to share the st... Continue reading
Weightlifting News: Issue 164


Upcoming National Meets Sept. 13-16 AO Series 3 in Las Vegas, NV Dec. 6-9 AO Finals in Milwaukee, WI   Upcoming International Meets Sept. 20-23 FISU World University Championships in Biala Podlaska, Poland   Catalyst Athletics Se... Continue reading
Ask Greg: Issue 163


Mira asks: In the snatch, I feel like I have a slow turn over, like I always seem to sneak underneath the bar when receiving the bar overhead. Are there drills I can use to train this aspect outside of tall snatches from the hip? Are there any cues y... Continue reading
These Go Up to Eleven: Planning Appropriate Training Volume for Weightlifters


Full disclosure: This is an old article I published in Performance Menu almost ten years ago. It was also included in my first book, Bones of Iron. I’ve never done this before…resubmitting an old article instead of writing new material. ... Continue reading
Be a Pirate: Occupying Your Space in the Weightroom


In the fall of 2016, I helped coach my alma mater’s women’s rugby team. Playing on this team during my senior year of college was one of the most intense and formative of my athletics experiences, and I wanted to give back. One of the way... Continue reading
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