What Weightlifting did for me
What Weightlifting did for me Building the foundation My journey in Weightlifting started as a part of my Strength and Conditioning routine after researching methods to improve my performance levels in Mixed Martial arts. When undertaking my initial fitness instructor training I was introduced to machine resistance training and traditional free weight exercises like the Deadlift, Squat and Bench press. These movements helped me build a solid strength foundation. I was lucky enough to know an ex high level Powerlifter Royston McGregor who took me through a few sessions improving technique and I applied this to my training practices. Chiu (2007) establishes that Powerlifting and Weightlifting training methods can be seen as complimentary in increasing sport performance as building strength is vital to the transition of becoming powerful. When this foundation phase is complete the shift of strength work should be focused on maximal power production ( Bompa & Haff, 1999)...