Atlas Stones to a Tall Platform

Atlas Stones are one of the most intimidating training implements in the world. Few movements embody strongman like moving stones. If you’ve ever seen someone lift an Atlas Stone correctly, you’ve probably realized that there’s a lot that could go wrong during this lift. Proper coaching is important to any lift, but especially one as stressful and unique as lifting a stone. In this video, strongman Clint Darden explains and demonstrates how to properly lift an Atlas Stone. Carl, the gentleman training with him, receives plenty of coaching and you get to see the right -and wrong- way to lift a stone to a high platform.

Important things to remember:

Strength is important, but technique is everything.

Grab the stone in the center, so it doesn’t roll when you pick it up.

Lift straight up and over your knees, and then into your lap.

From your knees, you need to explode upwards and your hips need to shoot forward. Momentum is key.

Keep the stone in close. If you let the stone get out in front of you, you’ll never lift it and you might hurt yourself. Keep it close, explode upwards, shoot your hips forwards, your head and shoulders back, and allow the momentum to move the stone up and over.

This description just covers the basics, so watch the video for more information! Also, remember that Clint is a professional and he’s lifting a 285 pound stone in the video. Don’t go overboard and go straight for a 300-pounder.

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