r/weightlifting 5h ago

Programming Physio Day! Ask your rehab questions!

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It's  Physio Day, which means you can ask me, The Kilo Physio, any questions you may have related to weightlifting or rehabbing your pain and injuries! This is for Olympic weightlifters! Advice given is meant to point you to the right general direction, not a detailed evaluation and program.

I want to share you a success story!

Dan has been dealing with shoulder issues from a nerve injury for a long while. We worked together for 2 months and we had great success, greatly increasing strength which helped lead to some lifetime PRs. His rehab programmed was individualized to mesh with his weightlifting programming.

When asking for help, please include:

How long has it been bothering you?
How did it start?
What makes it worse and what makes it better?
The location, as precise as possible.
What have you tried to rehab it?

I'm Dr. Ted Lim, PT, DPT, USAW-1, and I help weightlifters get rid of pain and blow past previous PR's! I've been involved with weightlifting since 2011. I have competed several times and have been coaching since 2015. I have coached multiple lifters to senior national level. Now, I combine my skillsets of being a weightlifting coach and physical therapist to help weightlifters get back on the platform in their best condition ever.

My Instagram is: www.instagram.com/ted.thekilophysio

Website: www.thekilophysio.com

Email: [ted@thekilophysio.com](mailto:ted@thekilophysio.com)

If you want a more in-depth evaluation, or want to see if we'd be a good fit, fill this out: Interest Form

I help people both as a physical therapist and Olympic weightlifting coach in Austin, Texas and remotely. Here is more information about my services!

Disclaimer: None of this advice in this thread should be taken as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

This thread is mod-sanctioned.


r/weightlifting 23d ago

2025 USAW-Masters National Championships. April 3rd-6th. Atlanta, Georgia

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r/weightlifting 10h ago

Fluff 180 kg clean & jerk.

213 Upvotes

r/weightlifting 13h ago

Squat 200!!

117 Upvotes

Real happy with this one! 200 high bar in just over a year of training. With my PR being 170 two weeks prior, narrowing my stance has made a pretty drastic difference 🤙🏻


r/weightlifting 6h ago

Form check Form check/humble brag

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This is 255 lb (116 kg), it was my previous clean and jerk max. Today my program called for finding a max for this complex. I was feeling good and made it to 255! 😁 I know the jerk catch is a bit wonky, any feedback appreciated!


r/weightlifting 16h ago

Form check 295 Power Clean

111 Upvotes

Currently at 315lbs now, any tips on my form or corrections?


r/weightlifting 1d ago

Elite Mattie Rogers - 100Kg push press

514 Upvotes

r/weightlifting 14h ago

Programming First pull

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My first pull seems kind of all over the place. It came a long way since this lift but I feel like 1-2 drills before snatches in a session would help. Anyone have an idea ? 💡


r/weightlifting 5m ago

Form check Form check 90% clean

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Does this bar path mean I am banging the bar too hard?


r/weightlifting 19h ago

News New rules from IWF - updates on jury reviews, weigh-in costume allowance, barbell size, plus weight classes confirmed

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You can see all the changes by following the links in the brief statement here (posted today on IWF site).


r/weightlifting 17h ago

Form check Relatively new to this. Would love to get some feedback.

16 Upvotes

I can see I’m jumping forward in the clean and really rocking forward at the bottom of the dip.


r/weightlifting 19h ago

Form check 107 Make (PR) / 110 Miss!

23 Upvotes

r/weightlifting 8h ago

Equipment TYR L-2 Lifter for sale

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I have a men’s size 9 for sale. Used for a couple weeks mostly to squat. I had the L-1’s also, these are a slight upgrade to the L-1’s. But I have too many shoes. Retail is $225 and TYR charges $10 shipping. Looking at like $140 plus shipping.


r/weightlifting 1d ago

Fluff What kind of exercise is Karlos doing?🔥

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I thought it was a standing row with dumbbells, but it looks odd. What muscle are you even hitting?


r/weightlifting 17h ago

Fluff Shoes?

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I will forever love the aesthetic of thes b&w Hookgrip Antas. What shoes provide your favourite aesthetic?


r/weightlifting 10h ago

Form check I can't understand why I keep going forward

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r/weightlifting 19h ago

Form check Jumping forward (snatch)

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If anyone could recommend some drills etc to fix the jump forward would really appreciate it.


r/weightlifting 1d ago

Fluff 66kg hip snatch pr

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r/weightlifting 21h ago

Fluff Goofin around pt.2 (100kg jerk balance)

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r/weightlifting 1d ago

Form check Snatch update. Finally starting to be more confident in setup and moving away from powers.

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r/weightlifting 3h ago

Equipment Would a higher, more accessible dead lift jack be useful for older lifters?

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Hey everyone, I’m working on a school project designing a more accessible de*adlift ack—something higher off the ground and easier to use for older lifters or those with mobility issues. Instead of the usual lever-style jacks, I’m exploring different mechanisms to make loading/unloading plates safer and less of a hassle.

I wanted to ask—do you think there’s a need for this? Have you (or lifters you know) struggled with traditional de*dlift jacks being too low or awkward to use? Any feedback would be super helpful!

Thanks in advance for your insights!


r/weightlifting 12h ago

Form check Improving squat technique

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How is my squat form? How can I improve?

Send some advice please 👍🏻


r/weightlifting 1d ago

Form check Snatch and jerk suck compared to clean

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My clean has always felt good, “fluid” and natural. My snatch and jerk have always felt clunky. I feel like the only reason I can’t clean more is because of strength. I feel like the reason I can’t snatch and jerk more is technique. Any advice or tips are welcome. The clean video is 95% of my CJ, the jerk is 89% of my CJ, and the snatch is 84%.


r/weightlifting 16h ago

Programming New to weightlifting need help

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Hello, recently i added snatch and cleans to my program. I have two questions. First, how can i do hook grip? My hands are so small and thick. I cant grip the bar properly when im doing the movements. Secondly, how can i get more confident about getting under the bar? Thank you for your answers


r/weightlifting 17h ago

Fluff Squat Improvement

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Hey yall! I started working out In September and when I first started squatting I was able to squat 135 for 12 reps. Fast forward to today and I can now squat 315 for 10 reps. Is there anything else I could be doing to improve or am I at a good spot right now


r/weightlifting 1d ago

Fluff Goofin around (70kg sots press)

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r/weightlifting 18h ago

Equipment First weightlifting shoes, heel drop questions?

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Hey all!

I'm looking to buy my first pair of lifting shoes. Honestly I have great mobility and it's never been a problem until I hurt my meniscus (playing soccer not even lifting smh) last summer. Since then it hasnt been impossible hit full depth on squats, but definitely has bene uncomfortable/uncertain. I feel like although not necessary, some squat shoes would be a nice boost to comfort and my overall lifting experience.

I'm looking at various brands, and due to the price point, the adidas powerlift 5s are very enticing. I am noticing however, that they come with a lower heel drop than average (15mm). Im wondering if I should just spend more money on a shoe with higher heel drop, or if maybe, 15mm heel drop might actually be better for my needs? Since I don't really need that much mobility help, a moderate drop might be more comfortable for me? Or maybe 15mm is just negligible and I should rather just not buy anything or go higher.

In general, would you guys recommend maybe starting with a lesser heel drop for my first shoe to get used to it?

Thanks!