olympic weightlifting gear

6 videos by Squat University on olympic weightlifting gear.

Key takeaways

Still from the video: Shoulder Subluxation From the Snatch: Real Fix Explained

Shoulder Subluxation From the Snatch: Real Fix Explained

Dr. Aaron Horschig breaks down how he treated a weightlifter's recurring shoulder subluxations from the snatch after three physical therapists told her to just stop lifting. He found her posterior rotator cuff was weak and rebuilt stability using position-specific paused presses and an Earthquake Bamboo Bar.

 Still from the video: Pause Squats: 2 Reasons to Add Them to Your Training

Pause Squats: 2 Reasons to Add Them to Your Training

Squat University breaks down two reasons to add pause squats to your training: as a warm-up tool to prime mobility and stability, and as a strength-builder that removes the bounce so you build pure strength in your hardest position. He also walks through the breathing pattern for a 5 to 10 second pause squat.

 Still from the video: Running Shoes vs Weightlifting Shoes: Which Is Better?

Running Shoes vs Weightlifting Shoes: Which Is Better?

Squat University breaks down why a strong athlete's clean is being held back by cushioned running shoes, and how a stiff-soled weightlifting shoe like the Tyr Sport L-2 improves force transfer, technique, and stability during heavy lifts.

 Still from the video: TYR & Squat University Training Bundle Giveaway

TYR & Squat University Training Bundle Giveaway

Squat University (Dr. Aaron Horschig) has partnered with TYR Sport to give away a full training bundle — a TYR top, bottom, and L-2 lifters. The video's audio is a music track, but the caption lays out a simple four-step entry process for followers who want a shot at winning the gear.

 Still from the video: Tyr Elite Carbon Lifters: Wide Toe Box Weightlifting Shoe

Tyr Elite Carbon Lifters: Wide Toe Box Weightlifting Shoe

In this short clip, Squat University's Dr. Aaron Horschig asks viewers about their current gym training focus and highlights the Tyr Elite Carbon lifters, a weightlifting shoe he helped develop featuring a wide toe box for better foot positioning during lifts.

 Still from the video: TYR Force Elite Carbon Lifter: Full Shoe Breakdown

TYR Force Elite Carbon Lifter: Full Shoe Breakdown

Squat University's Dr. Aaron Horschig breaks down the TYR Force Elite Carbon Lifter, a weightlifting shoe he co-designed with TYR Sport featuring a carbon fiber power plate and the wide toe box he introduced on the earlier L1 lifter. He explains why narrow lifting shoes hurt stability and technique, and calls the Force Elite the best-feeling shoe he's worn since 2001.