Totten Talks Podcast
Welcome to "Totten Talks," where hosts Leo Totten and Cait Finn share their wealth of experience in weightlifting, strength and conditioning, and athletics. With over 70 years of combined expertise, Leo and Cait delve into the legacies and life lessons that have shaped their careers and the world of weightlifting. Join Leo and Cait as they provide an engaging, fun, and informative platform for athletes, coaches, and anyone passionate about lifting and sports excellence. Tune in for invaluable lessons, corny dad jokes, and a genuine passion for building a lasting legacy in weightlifting and beyond.
Totten Talks Podcast
Simplifying Olympic Lifts: The KISS Method for Coaches and Athletes - Part 1
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo and Cait dive headfirst into episode six & introduce us to KISS.
In this episode, Leo and Cait cover:
- The introduction of the KISS (Keep It Simple, Seriously/Silly) method for coaching.
- Why Olympic lifts provide value in sports performance and how to break lifts into teachable segments.
- The misconceptions and challenges coaches face with Olympic lifts, such as time, space, and skill level.
- The benefits of Olympic lifts, including power, flexibility, and aerobic improvements.
- Key areas to foster successful Olympic lift training: technique, strength, and flexibility.
Next month, Leo and Cait will delve deeper into tactical strategies for coaching Olympic lifts, emphasizing simplification and practicality.
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