Dooley Noted: 10/7/2014
When you want to learn to deadlift, you ask Jason Kapnick for help.
He happens to be my business partner.
He deadlifts 635 pounds – which is in no way enough for him.
I knew the basic deadlifting techniques, from my experience with the kettlebell. But Jason has a fiercely smart and encouraging coaching style.
My grip wasn’t a problem. It was a skill to be obtained.
My eye focal points weren’t problems. They were skills to be obtained.
My lacking limitation of thoracic hyperextension wasn’t a problem. It was a skill to be obtained.
Jason has earned his numbers, and not by going for a one-rep max every training session.
He has greased his grooves and earned his skills with what he referred to as “submax work.”
He hasn’t missed a rep since 2011.
He doesn’t lift more than he can do well.
He is a master of safety, resiliency, and technique.
It’s a day in, day out commitment to himself.
I don’t want to be like Jason because I want to lift 600 pounds (although that would be cool).
I want to be like Jason because I want to be that good to myself.
That patient with myself.
That tenacious with myself.
That encouraging of myself.
That version of a limit-free self.
Jason showed me deadlifting is life-lifting.
As always, it’s your call.
– Dr. Kathy Dooley