The Hook Grip: Why & How to Do It Correctly by Greg Everett - Olympic Weightlifting Technique - Catalyst Athletics
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We want the knees to move approximately in line with the feet
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Efficiency: Foot Movement in the Snatch & Clean by Greg Everett
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The Hook Grip: Why & How to Do It Correctly by Greg Everett - Olympic Weightlifting Technique - Catalyst Athletics
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Two hands hook each other's little finger concept of promise Stock, finger hook
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Hook Grip or Not Overhead in the Snatch by Greg Everett - Olympic
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Learn The Olympic Lifts - Complete Set: Training by Greg Everett
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Grip Strength and Training for Weightlifting by Greg Everett
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Six Truths of Olympic Weightlifting Technique by Greg Everett
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Lock It In NOW by Greg Everett - Olympic Weightlifting
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How to Hook Grip Weightlifting Overhand Grip Technique for
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Stronger Grip with No Extra Training
The difference between the two positions varies among athletes
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10 Things All New Weightlifters Should Know by Mike Gray - Olympic
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How to Grip the Bar - Olympic Weightlifting & Instructional Video
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