Good Mornings Weights

[Arioch]

I would have to say yes, but then I started out as an OL'er, so it is hard to be truly objective. I had a decent squat and very good dead, both from genetics on the dead, as well as the pulls done 4-6 times a week, and a decent squat from squatting up to four times a week, plus extra OL-specific type squatting.

You can learn the basics of OL'ing relatively easily from a good coach. The problem is that it takes years to truly develop skill. I do think there is even greater focus on the CNS/skill aspect wrt Olympic lifting, but the absolute strength requirements are not as extreme as in powerlifting.

Also, OL'ing, in particular the power snatch and snatch type work, is exceptional for strengthening the upper back and exteranl rotators, so if these are limiting your bench, it certainly cannot hurt.

 

[Deciever]

thanks man, the pastor at my gym used to train for the olympics or something in olympic lifting, so i'll have him teach me the form, so i can give em a try.