Short single-speaker coaching talk advocating ‘flexible strength’ training. The speaker argues that increased flexibility does not reduce power and can enhance athletic performance, cites elite athletes (Wurna Gunther, Cadiziani, Usain Bolt, Dmitry Klukov) as examples, and recommends starting with very light loads or bodyweight and progressing into new ranges of motion. The talk closes with a call for coaches to adopt this approach.
The world needs more flexible strength coaches. So the solution is to become one. Is this going to make you slow? Have a look at how flexible. Wurna Gunther was the best shot putters of his time. Have a look at how flexible. Cadiziani is one of the highest jumpers in history. Have a look at how flexible Usain Bolt is. Have a look at how flexible. What's it say? Dmitry Klukov, a good example. Do you think it made him weak? So I'm getting elbows to feet there. I never sit around stretching, even on the slant. Now, initially, you may need to choose very light loads. Whether you do that with body weight only, it's all just loading. You choose the loads that are appropriate to you. But as you're able to get into positions that you didn't used to be able to get into. This is athletic range, giving you an example of some of the best athletes of the modern era. It works. Take it on board. Take your body to another level. Coaches, let's do the work, let's make the change.
