D3 - The scoop and the second pull

Question 1

What does speed-strength involve?

Answer 1

Speed-strength is defined as the combination of starting strength (ability to fire many muscle units instantaneously) and explosive strength (ability to keep these motor units firing once turned on).

Question 2

How is the first pull of the clean described?

Answer 2

The first pull of the clean is essentially a deadlift with the shoulders forward of the bar in the setup.

Question 3

What is the scoop or double knee bend in the clean?

Answer 3

The scoop or double knee bend in the clean occurs as the bar passes the knees

Question 4

What is the second pull in the clean?

Answer 4

The second pull in the clean happens at the instant the torso is perfectly erect

Question 5

Why is it crucial to have the torso perpendicular during the second pull in the clean?

Answer 5

When the torso is perpendicular during the second pull in the clean

Question 6

What is the setup of the hip

Answer 6

legs

Question 7

How can the feel and posture for the launch point of the second pull be taught?

Answer 7

The feel and posture for the launch point of the second pull can be taught by having the athlete find the bottom of the dip in the push-press and then

Question 8

What is required to develop speed-strength?

Answer 8

Speed-strength

Question 9

Why is an upright torso crucial for explosively extending the hip and leg?

Answer 9

An upright torso is crucial for explosively extending the hip and leg

Question 10

What activities are recommended for developing limited strength and strength endurance?

Answer 10

To optimally develop limited strength