Know Any Good Oly Lifting Programs?

[The_GOAT]

Does anybody know of a decent Oly Lifting program? I recently got interested in pursuing it. And has anybody read Greg Everett's "Olympic Weightlifting: A Complete Guide for Athletes and Coaches"? How was it?

[JTC MN]

Check out 3rd edition of Practical Programming

[The_GOAT]

The TM program was listed for intermediate lifters. I was thinking something more basic.

[JTC MN]

Check out the 3rd edition of Starting Strength then.

[The_GOAT]

I'll get on it ASAP.

[250orBust]

Ive got that book by everett, its excellent. It has very detailed descriptions of the lifts as well as quick reference notes if you dont feel like reading the entire chapters. It includes many different programs for novices all the way up to advanced lifters. I havnt read 3rd edition SS but I cant imagine it being nearly as good as a book specifically made for weightlifters.

[Mr_Rogers]

SS 3rd doesn't mention a program for weightlifting.

If you're still a novice why not just continue with that and do the olympic lifts on Tues, Thurs? I'm sure if you're just learning them they won't stress the system too much.

I do agree with 250 though, Everett's books is pretty good (for the most part).

[The_GOAT]

That is some prime advice, Mr. Rogers. Say hi to Mr. McFeely for me. And thanks to all who gave advice.

[rashid29]

Greg has a fantastic book. He has some programs that are for beginners. I have been in your position and this is what I would recommend.

Snatch/Clean 6x2
Squat 3x5
Press/Bench 3x5

You can pull a heavy deadlift for five at the end of the week if you feel up to it. Really work on the technique with the fast lifts, film yourself, and find a coach if you can.
The squats in the lifts will act as a warm up for the main squats. This sort of set up allows you to learn the technique and really push the squats. Also you get to squat 3 days a week without having to train 5 days a week.

I would say that as long as you are comfortable in the front squat position, I don't think you need to train it at this point. Just keep pushing the squats.

[Clay Simczyk]

I like Greg's book too. The DVD is also quite good.