Vernon Patao - Olympian, Firefighter, and Coach

Vernon Patao - Olympian, Firefighter, and Coach

This week on the USA Weightlifting Podcast, we’re interviewing Vernon Patao. Vernon was a 1990 US Junior Champion, a three-time US Senior Champion in 1992, 1994, and 1995, and a two-time Olympian from 1992 and 1996. After 18 years on the outside of the sport, Vernon has now stepped back into the game as a coach, helping athletes reach the next level in their careers. Today we got to catch up with Vern, talking about his coaching experiences working with youth athletes, and how to improve your overhead position. Enjoy the show!

Topics:

05:20 - Working with Meredith Alwine
14:50 - Coaching experience
18:30 - Message to athletes
23:00 - Priorities for youth athletes
32:35 - Common faults in athletes
40:10 - Resources for athletes and coaches
44:45 - The difficulties as a coach
54:50 - Improving overhead position

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