Caporale, A.
“…Considering that the margin of "error" in maximum performance is statistically verified, regardless of gender and of the hormonal state of an athlete, we wanted to specifically isolate this type of test, as - by analysing only the period of a "cycle" - it shows, in fact, that the inherent difficulty in achieving maximum performance in this period is completely confirmed by 100% null lifts in the Snatch, since this exercise requires a high level of coordination and consequently, for its execution requires an optimal mental and physical state; whereas, in the Clean & Jerk and the Front Squat, the percentage of null lifts is not too far from the percentages obtained with loads between 80% and 95%, as these two exercises require less coordination than the Snatch, and in a
progressive manner. Moving on from the examination of the entire group to that of an individual athlete, the general considerations remain the same, but naturally, a subjective evaluation shows, specifically, how the variations determined by the presence of the "cycle" can affect each athlete.…”
