double knee bend

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coach hale

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Question: When teaching Olympic Weightlifting do you teach the double knee bend? I have read that some coaches feel like teaching the double knee bend is necessary.

Answer: I don’t teach the double knee bend. This occurs naturally with good technique. Weightlifting Coach Gayle Hatch says “The mechanical action in the second part of the pull known as the double knee bend or scoop is the result of proper technique and is not a direct conscious act in itself. This action should not be taught. Having coached athletes and Olympic Weightlifters for thirty years at all levels, ranging from novice to national champions and Olympians, I can personally vouch that the majority of coaches who endeavor to teach the double knee bend fail”.

Thanks,
Coach Hale
 
I remember seeing a few studies showing that there was no difference in training progress between teaching the scoop and not teaching the scoop. As a time saver I would say dont teach the scoop unless there is a special situation where a trainer just doesnt get it naturally. Anyone who doesnt scoop will noticably fall behind in the olympic lifts in a couple of months.
 
coach hale.

I wish you would stick around and talk to us guys a little!
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Lol: I tried to read that, but my eyes glazed over and I fell asleep...
I guess I'm just not destined for Olympic greatness!

Now, if that were something on POWERlifting...
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