The pull is divided into three subphases, which include all the following except _______.

Preload

First pull

Transition

Before initiating a pull, the set-up includes removing the “slack” from within the system to improve which of the following?

Neuromuscular efficiency

Electrical efficiency

Electromechanical delay

The transition phase starts at the end of the first pull and ends at __________.

The point of maximum hip extension

The point of maximum knee flexion

The point of maximum velocity

What is the phase that includes a rapid and synchronized extension of the hip, knee, and ankle joints?

Transition phase

Explosive phase

Turnover phase

What phase does the greatest expression of force, velocity, and power output occur during?

Second pull

Turnover

First pull

What is the isometric strength test commonly used to assess the weightlifter’s force production during the second pull?

Isometric midthigh pull (IMTP)

Isometric transition pull

Isometric pull from the start position (IPSP)

Peak vertical ground reaction force is ___________ related to the load lifted in the snatch and clean.

Strongly

Moderately

Poorly

Force plates are required to analyze peak force during the isometric pull from the start position, which may help inform training; however, what exercise may offer similar insight if a force plate is unavailable?

Vertical jump

Barbell squat 1RM

Deadlift 1RM

Regarding the most effective transfer of strength improvements, which types of repetitions are likely most advisable?

Partial/half repetitions (short muscle lengths)

Full repetitions (long muscle lengths)

Similar benefits are gained from full and partial repetitions

What loads (relative to competition 1RM) are often recommended when prescribing snatch or clean pull?

70 – 100% 1RM

90 – 120% 1RM

110 – 140% 1RM