Disclaimer

Weightlifting, like all strenuous sports, can be dangerous. You should consult with a physician before beginning to practice weightlifting and learn and practice the sport guided by a knowledgeable coach.

This book is meant to inform and entertain. The information contained herein is based on information from various sources, published and unpublished and merely represents literature and practice as summarized by the author. The author and publisher make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the currency, completeness or scientific accuracy of this information, nor do they warrant its fitness for any particular purpose. No book can address all aspects of weightlifting. This book is meant to complement, amplify and supplement other information that is available and should be pursued.

The author is neither a health professional nor an attorney.  Although a variety of legal, dietary, medical and pharmaceutical concepts, and descriptions of injuries and their treatments, are presented in this book, they are for informational purposes only and do not represent legal, health or medical advice.  They are merely reported on the basis of the experiences and/or observations of the author.  None of them should be applied without the knowledge and supervision of an appropriate professional.

While the author has been associated with the United States Weightlifting Federation (doing business as USA Weightlifting/USAW) and the International Weightlifting Federation for many years, the opinions expressed here are the author’s and are not necessarily representative of either of these organizations.

We have tried to assure that this book is accurate and complete but there may be typographical and content mistakes, so this book should be used as a general guide. The author and publisher have neither the liability nor responsibility for any loss of damage caused, or alleged to be caused, directly or indirectly, by the information contained in this book. If you do not wish to be bound by the above conditions of purchase and use of this book, you may return it to the publisher for a full refund.