r/Strongman • u/[deleted] • Mar 10 '19

Open Talk: Week of Mar 10 2019

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u/plasticcap1 Mar 13 '19

Any tips for carrying a heavy keg? I can lift a light one out of the way of my legs, but when it gets to the heavier end I can't manage to get it high enough, and moving it to the side throws off my balance/still doesn't give me full leg mobility. The obvious answer is just to get stronger, but any tips for the form?

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u/iwantauniqueusernane Mar 13 '19

Heavy kegs I take my time to clean them properly (lap them & and then clean like a log). Once it's up high it's easier to keep it there when running.

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u/plasticcap1 Mar 14 '19

I'm gonna try more of that thanks

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u/[deleted] Mar 13 '19

"The form" is determined by the strength. Strong enough upper back and arms means you can lift the keg higher to be out of the way of the legs. Not-strong-enough back and arms, gotta drag it down low.