I’ve seen a lot of PR attempts and a lot of PR makes in my life. The most memorable are easily those with the best celebrations. Akkeav’s defeat of Klokov, Pyrros’ jump… However I was reminded today that celebration is part of the sport when one of our coaches, Kevin Klein, finally joined the 200# pound snatch club. At 145 pounds this was a huge feat for him and he celebrated with style. Everytime I see a lifter celebrate in this fashion it reminds me of why we lift every day. I thought I would help each of you with some motivation as well. Here are some of the greatest celebrations that are a little less famous than Pyrros’ above. Counting down from 5.
5: Ian reminds us that despite the weight on the bar, he still has a little kid in him.
Ian Wilson 182 CJ at age 16 (at the end)
4: The Dainty Little Leprechaun
Colm 100kg Snatch with Commentary
3: Diana Shaw nails a 130# Snatch PR then proceeds to show us some ballet
130# PR with Commentary
2: Johnny Medina, if this doesn’t make you want to go to the gym and PR right now then you are not human. Love this kid!
Medina 210# PR
1: Last but not least. Kevin Klein joining the 200# club… no commentary needed.
Kevin Klein 200#
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The Happy Dance!
"Be strong, and let us use our strength for our people and for the cities of our God, and may the LORD do what seems good to him." – 1 Chronicles 19:13
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