Intro to lifting for performing artists
Learn the fundamentals of lifting with key guidance on how this relates to performing artists
Ratings 4.50 / 5.00
What You Will Learn!
- How to navigate the weights and squat rack at the gym with confidence
- Good technique for some of the fundamental lifts such as back squat, deadlift, overhead press
- Common technique mistakes when coming from a dancer or performance training background
- How to set up equipment and your own alignment to ensure you are safe, and allow you to load movements later in your training
Description
Do you want to improve your performance by including weight training in your schedule but you are not sure where to start? Or maybe you’ve started lifting but want some tips on technique. Then this course is for you.
During this introduction to lifting course we will explore some the key weight training movements and lifts such as back squats, front squats, deadlifts and overhead presses. As performers we already have a good body awareness and may have spent a long time training in a particular discipline. This course will therefore highlight some key things to look out for that may come from prior training, such as differing weight placement through the feet, habitual movements relating to patterns in dance and circus skills that need to be altered when weight training safely.
We will also demystify the gym, specifically the free weights area and squat racks so you can feel confident transferring your new knowledge into the gym environment. Sometimes half the battle to getting started is knowing what equipment to use, how it works, how to attach safety clips to the barbell, or how to grip the bar. This will all be covered so you can feel safe and confident in the gym and begin your weight training journey.
Who Should Attend!
- Performers (dancers, circus artists, physical theatre performers, actors) who wish to begin their journey into strength training, specifically lifting free weights
- Coaches and personal trainers who want to adapt their training to work with performing artists.
