Grip training Etc...

Wouldn't circular grip training and training your grip though ranges of motion be more benificial than static training? I.e. Grippers?  I can't think of an event (Nor much practical REAL LIFE) applications for static grip training. Nothing you really do in life is that static. Even Mechanics are working through ranges of motion.

while on that thought process, Wouldn't suitcase Deadlifts and one arm deadlifts be more benificial to the highland athlete over standard deadlifts?  I know I know "but brian you must have a good base strength level". Ok then why not get a good base applicable to what you do? This is a HIGHLAND ATHLETICS board. Too many times It seems it turns into a POWERLIFTING BOARD.  Great you can deadlift 600lbs. Find me any even in the HIGHLAND GAMES that allows you two hands, Belt, Kneewraps, Chalk and to see how SLOW you can move something. Even worse in a VERY limited range of motion over a VERY Short path.

Why not LIGHTEN up the weight (GASP!!!!!) And move it FASTER over a longer range of motion?  I.e the Snatch.  but even then I read guys talking about their 1RM with the snatch. That is fine. Why not get out the old video camera and tape yourself moving say 185, lbs, 200lbs, 225lbs and seriously look at how SLOWER you get.  Why not, and I know this is WAY out there, Back it down to say 190lbs and move it FAST for REPS? then move it to 195, 200,205,210 but ONLY as you can make 205 move as quickly as 185 did. YES it IS possible....Over time.

Just like everyone else on here I am just adding my own two cents and thoughts.

>Why not LIGHTEN up the weight (GASP!!!!!) And move it FASTER over a longer range of motion?  I.e the Snatch.  but even then I read guys talking about their 1RM with the snatch. That is fine. Why not get out the old video camera and tape yourself moving say 185, lbs, 200lbs, 225lbs and seriously look at how SLOWER you get.  Why not, and I know this is WAY out there, Back it down to say 190lbs and move it FAST for REPS? then move it to 195, 200,205,210 but ONLY as you can make 205 move as quickly as 185 did. YES it IS possible....Over time.

Ever seen someone snatch a half decent weight slowly? I personally haven't. I agree about deadlifting however.

C. Smith wrote: Some people just like moving heavy things.  I like hitting a 350 push press, I like hitting 600+ deads and squats.  It's fun to me.  Is it necessarily game applicable?  Nope, but I like it.  You know what i do to get better at the events?  I do the events. -C

LOL Dude that reminds me of "Do I have to drink my own piss? NO!  But I do....Because it's sterile and I like the taste"