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Flying Swan Pulls: Advanced Shoulder Strength & Mobility Drill

May 9, 2015 by Nick Horton

Ready for something more advanced? I’ve got a tough shoulder strength & mobility drill for you — In today’s episode of Weightlifting Academy! The Flying Swan Pull is an advanced version of the “regular” Swan Pull. Once you’ve built the core strength and the shoulder strength, you might find that this version kicks your ass […]

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Hanging Hollow Body Drill – Core Strength & Shoulder Mobility

May 8, 2015 by Nick Horton

Need a stronger core? How about stronger and more mobile shoulders? Try the Hanging Hollow Body Drill — In today’s episode of Weightlifting Academy! All you need for this drill is something to hang from, like a pull-up bar or a tree branch. Start by hanging fully relaxed in the shoulders. The first active phase […]

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Shoulder Strength & Mobility Drill: “Go Your Body Forward”

March 31, 2015 by Nick Horton

Got fucked-up shoulders? Try the “Go Your Body Forward” Drill – In today’s episode of Weightlifting Academy. If you’re struggling with shoulder pain, struggling with the lock-out position in the snatch or jerk, and/or just want to build muscle in the upper back, try this! My suggestion is that you use the “Go Your Body […]

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