8/17/2023 0 Comments Fat stacks of wisdom youtube![]() Even though the squat, bench press, deadlift, are simple mechanical movements, compared to the technical complexities of learning a full squat snatch or the clean and jerk, Coan established strict technical archetypes in each powerlift and sought to adhere to, (and refine) replicate, these signature techniques in every training session.Īnother Ed lesson: Ed worked hard as hell in the “off-season,” defined as any time other than the 12-16 weeks leading up to a national or world championships. Lessons from Ed? Firstly, Ed turned lifting technique into an art form. His training is simplistic sophistication and if used as intended, never fails to obtain results. Sustained strength, best exemplified by mixed martial arts drills or an extended kettlebell session, uses light payloads that are moved varying distances for extended durations.Įd Coan is the Grand Maestro of powerlifting and should be considered the final word on absolute strength. Explosive strength, best exemplified by Olympic weightlifting, uses moderate payloads that are pulled or pushed for long distance using maximum velocity. Absolute strength, best exemplified by powerlifting, is maximum payloads pushed or pulled for short distances with no regard for velocity. When I say “strength strategist” a finer point need be put on the definition of strength. ![]() In my humble opinion, the greatest strength training strategist on the planet is Ed Coan. His techniques were the result of studied practice and slavish attention to detail. Ed’s shoulders are over the barbell as he breaks an 833-pound barbell from the floor with his (1,000-pound squat) powerhouse legs. ![]() Gorilla-stance sumo deadlift: Ed Coan (above) at the exact instant of launching a deadlift, note the slight upward bend in the bar. ![]() 35 years later and still using and recommending this bench press template ![]()
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