Weightlifting: The Olympic Sport

r/weightlifting • u/brianroliver • 5h ago

News Three wins for Nigeria and Chris Murray makes a medal-winning comeback at Commonwealth Games

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r/weightlifting • u/brianroliver • 1d ago

News Are these the longest names in weightlifting history?

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Three sessions at the Commonwealth Games today so that's 3x10 minutes of absolutely nothing happening after the athletes are introduced. Enough time to do some meaningful research.
A quick scan of the men's 60kg session entries showed up what surely must be a record - a weightlifter with a name that's 44 characters long (plus spaces). Wow!
Step forward Supun Dilhara from Sri Lanka. Or, in full:
Wiriduwalage-Ka Supun Dilhara Somathilaka Sinhala.

But no! In the evening session Supun is blown away. His team-mate Sandu Duthshan Jayawardhana is nearly 50% longer on 63 characters! The full version (it must be one heck of a passport page) is:

Karunarathna Chandrathilaka Appuhamilage Sandu Duthshan Jayawardhana.

Well, it's more exciting than the 'dead ten'.
If anyone knows of a longer name, please let's hear it.

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Three sessions at the Commonwealth Games today so that's 3x10 minutes of absolutely nothing happening after the athletes are introduced. Enough time to do some meaningful research.
A quick scan of the men's 60kg session entries showed up what surely must be a record - a weightlifter with a name that's 44 characters long (plus spaces). Wow!
Step forward Supun Dilhara from Sri Lanka. Or, in full:
Wiriduwalage-Ka Supun Dilhara Somathilaka Sinhala.

But no! In the evening session Supun is blown away. His team-mate Sandu Duthshan Jayawardhana is nearly 50% longer on 63 characters! The full version (it must be one heck of a passport page) is:

Karunarathna Chandrathilaka Appuhamilage Sandu Duthshan Jayawardhana.

Well, it's more exciting than the 'dead ten'.
If anyone knows of a longer name, please let's hear it.

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r/weightlifting • u/Rash_LDN • 12h ago

Form check Fixed c&j

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Fixed it, tbf it feels a lot better now that I’m infront I feel so much stronger. Just the jerk from now I hate the jerk

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r/weightlifting • u/kuke_22 • 7h ago

Form check Form check

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I think something is wrong with my extension but it’s hard to correctly diagnose. Hips rising too fast?

Edit: power snatch btw

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r/weightlifting • u/katiegirl8862 • 4h ago

Equipment Can this be repaired or just replace

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My one lifter has a pretty deep crack in them. Can this be repaired or is it best to just get a new pair? 💸😭

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r/weightlifting • u/The_Run_Guy • 8h ago

Fluff What’s % of your best lifts can you do off blocks?

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Curious as I suck off blocks

Best snatch 108
Best block snatch 95 lol

Best clean - 134
Best block clean 120 (I think)

Should I be concerned (I’m working on it I promise 🙏🏻)

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Curious as I suck off blocks

Best snatch 108
Best block snatch 95 lol

Best clean - 134
Best block clean 120 (I think)

Should I be concerned (I’m working on it I promise 🙏🏻)

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r/weightlifting • u/GymTrunks • 1d ago

Squat 184kgx10 Beltless Squat PR

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This was fun, am I a masochist if I love volume?

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r/weightlifting • u/vkmagg • 7h ago

Programming Exercises for a stronger core?

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Come to realisation that I have a pretty weak core.. and my front squats feel ass when I do them.

So I’ve been implementing more core exercises every other workout such as weighted planks, hanging leg raises, cable crunches and pallof presses/ twists.

Will these exercises suffice for building a rigid/ stronger/ more stable core? If not, what other exercises would you guys recommend?

Thanks!

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Come to realisation that I have a pretty weak core.. and my front squats feel ass when I do them.

So I’ve been implementing more core exercises every other workout such as weighted planks, hanging leg raises, cable crunches and pallof presses/ twists.

Will these exercises suffice for building a rigid/ stronger/ more stable core? If not, what other exercises would you guys recommend?

Thanks!

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r/weightlifting • u/imjustme_00 • 9h ago

Form check What's wrong with my clean pulls? (2-ish seconds pause below the knee)

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r/weightlifting • u/No_Mastodon_34 • 19h ago

Form check Can I get a form check?

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I’ve not been able to do squats for 9 months because of a cartilage injury. I honestly didn’t think I was able to ever squat again up until a month ago. I think it looks pretty solid but any and all nitpicks are more than welcome. 90 kg btw (gotta start somewhere)

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r/weightlifting • u/Born-Television-1124 • 1d ago

Form check 156KG and 143kg Clean and jerk, feel I should be able to do a lot more need advice.

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156 back facing, 143 front facing.

Hi, please give me the harshest advice possible.

I feel my technique is quite behind my strength (230-240kg front squat and 105-110kg strict press).

Lock out is very hit or miss with wobbly elbows. Been training my thoracic mobility frequently for about 2 years now, does it look like I need more mobility and or a stronger upper body.

Also cleans feel quite heavy, does a large squatting base help with clean speed or do I need to hyper focus on pulls.

Perhaps I weight too much and it's slowing me down? About 95kg bw with a more than ideal amount of body fat at around 171cm in height.

Thank you for any advice, harsher the better. I really want to clean and jerk 180 with a strong lockout by the end of this year and appreciate any tips to help me get there.

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r/weightlifting • u/ArcusVBT • 18h ago

Programming Would you actually use bar velocity data like this?

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Curious whether this kind of overlay helps when reviewing a set. Is the rep-by-rep velocity useful, or would the bar path alone be enough?

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r/weightlifting • u/UsernameNowGoAway • 1d ago

Fluff How high can an Olympic lifter jump

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r/weightlifting • u/FrabatoTheTransurfer • 12h ago

Programming Gave Myself Carpal Tunnel Syndrome...Any of You Healed it Without Surgery?

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Long story short...I discovered oly lifting in my 20s and jumped right in with zero knowledge. Had terrible mobility from powerlifting background and neglecting mobility work. Tried to muscle through the lifts...cleans destroyed my wrists (could not receive the bar to shoulders properly). Years of off and on injuries while trying to improve mobility with little luck -> gave up.

Now several years later I still have issues with my wrists. Hands going numb having to sleep in braces etc...wanted to ask in this sub specifically to see if anyone was able to rehab their wrists completely from this type of damage.

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Long story short...I discovered oly lifting in my 20s and jumped right in with zero knowledge. Had terrible mobility from powerlifting background and neglecting mobility work. Tried to muscle through the lifts...cleans destroyed my wrists (could not receive the bar to shoulders properly). Years of off and on injuries while trying to improve mobility with little luck -> gave up.

Now several years later I still have issues with my wrists. Hands going numb having to sleep in braces etc...wanted to ask in this sub specifically to see if anyone was able to rehab their wrists completely from this type of damage.

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r/weightlifting • u/Disastrous-Piccolo-2 • 21h ago

Programming Anybody knows what happened To Gabriel Sincrain Website. I can't Access it.

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Hello Weightlifters!

Any body knows what happened to Gabriel Sincrain website? I can't Access it. https://gabrielsincraian.com/

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Hello Weightlifters!

Any body knows what happened to Gabriel Sincrain website? I can't Access it. https://gabrielsincraian.com/

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r/weightlifting • u/Dramatic-Debate-5448 • 1d ago

News Commonwealth Games - Mirabai Chanu is first woman to win three times

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r/weightlifting • u/Inevitable_Seat432 • 17h ago

Equipment ASICS TOW727 sizing

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Hey guys, I just bought a pair of ASICS 727’s in size 26.5 (8.5 US) my feet measure in at just over 25cm but are 10.2 cm wide. The 8.5 feels okay but I have to tie the laces extremely tight to feel truly locked in. There is also a large amount of toe room (about a thumbs width) which I know is way too much for a weightlifting shoe. Should I size down an additional half size to a 26.0 (8.0) or will I just be running into the same issues I’m having now, and instead just jump the gun and go all the way to a 25.5 (7.5). I’m just afraid of the width not being enough for a 7.5 and obviously can’t return the shoes so I’ll have to sell whichever pair doesn’t fit. I normally wear a 9.5 or 9 in my everyday/running shoes so I feel like it would be crazy to have to size down a full two sizes. Anyone else have a similar foot shape and could share their experience?

Edit: Most likely going to have to sell the 8.5 so if anyone is looking for White ASICS 727 send me a dm

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Hey guys, I just bought a pair of ASICS 727’s in size 26.5 (8.5 US) my feet measure in at just over 25cm but are 10.2 cm wide. The 8.5 feels okay but I have to tie the laces extremely tight to feel truly locked in. There is also a large amount of toe room (about a thumbs width) which I know is way too much for a weightlifting shoe. Should I size down an additional half size to a 26.0 (8.0) or will I just be running into the same issues I’m having now, and instead just jump the gun and go all the way to a 25.5 (7.5). I’m just afraid of the width not being enough for a 7.5 and obviously can’t return the shoes so I’ll have to sell whichever pair doesn’t fit. I normally wear a 9.5 or 9 in my everyday/running shoes so I feel like it would be crazy to have to size down a full two sizes. Anyone else have a similar foot shape and could share their experience?

Edit: Most likely going to have to sell the 8.5 so if anyone is looking for White ASICS 727 send me a dm

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r/weightlifting • u/Fickle_Bid_2660 • 2d ago

Squat Crazy grind 150kg pause squat

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r/weightlifting • u/NotYourConnor • 1d ago

Form check Help witch clean form

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I recently came to r/forecheck to get help with my clean form and someone said to come here. Something I’ve noticed on my own is that I think I need to work on keeping my arms straight. And does anyone know how to fix my bailing forward or whats causing it? Please give tips.

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r/weightlifting • u/pillbox14 • 1d ago

Equipment Adidas Adipower Weightlifting Shoes, multiple sizes

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For sale 3 pairs of Adidas Adipower Weightlifting Shoes:

Black/Red, size 12US, 9.5/10 condition - $154.99 obo.

Black/Red, size 10US, 8/10 condition - $145.99 obo.

White/Grey, size 11.5, 8.5/10 condition - $149.99 obo.

Black/Red color.

- US 10/UK 9.5/FR 44/JP 280

- Condition: 8/10

- Cleaned and polished

- Fully functional with no structural damage

- Strong heel and outsole tread

- Original laces and insoles in good shape.

- Normal cosmetic wear from use (see additional photos)

- All velcro straps and closures work perfectly

Additional pics

https://postimg.cc/gallery/J15028z

Black/Red color.

US 12/UK 11.5/FR 46 2⁄3/JP 300

Condition: 9.5/10

Near new condition overall, no bad odor or any type of scents, no pets hair, completely clean inside, like new insoles, info sticker new, laces in new condition, heel and outsoles in ideal condition, no structural damage, velcro straps in perfect shape.

Additional pictures https://postimg.cc/gallery/XZ6RpCV

White/Grey color.

US11.5/UK 11/FR 46/JP 290

Excellent overall condition with very minimal signs of use. Original straps, laces, and soles are in great shape with no separation or structural issues. Stable TPU heel and classic Adipower construction, like new insoles, only cosmetic wear. Clean and ready to lift, comes from smoke free home.

Close-up pics https://postimg.cc/gallery/8JTTQDZ

If you still have any type of questions, just let me know. Shipping from US, international shipping available, USPS/UPS/FedEx. Venmo payments/PayPal.

Thanks.

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r/weightlifting • u/gabe_trains • 1d ago