We have a great interview with MD-USA Olympic weightlifter Travis Cooper. For those that are not familiar with Travis, he’s a beast weightlifter and all around great guy. His long list of weightlifting accomplishments include:
- 2014 National Championship 77kg- 2nd overall.
- 2013 National Championship 85kg-1st place.
- 2013 Pan American Championship 85kg- 3rd place.
- 2012 American Open Championship 85kg- 1st place
Travis is also a co-host for The Weightlifting Scoop podcast, “where you get the scoop on all things weightlifting”. Through the site WeightliftingScoop.com, Travis and Rebecca Gerdon offer online coaching and by joining the online team you’ll get access to:
- Full Programming
- Private Facebook Team Page
- Video Analysis
- Skype Session with a Coach Each Month
- Sports Nutrition Consultation
If you have any questions about their online coaching make sure to get in touch with them HERE.
Let’s jump to it:
Part 1
We discuss Travis’ Olympic weightlifting career, what his typical training is like, how he stays motivated, and what he does for recovery.
Part 2
Travis talks about his coaching style, advice for weightlifters prepping for their first big meet, and what his competition cycle is like.
Part 3
We go over his thoughts on about the bent knee vs. straight leg split jerk, will he compete as a master, and how has Renaissance Periodization helped with his diet and performance.
Audio
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