Inspiration from philosopher-poet and stone lifter Steve "Inver Stone" Jeck.

Co-author of Stones and Strength and The Stone Lifter

Stand Firm

“Be sure to put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.”—Abraham Lincoln 

One of the first things we are taught when we're learning how to squat is the correct placement of our feet. Take the wrong stance under a heavy bar and there's no telling where you might wind up, but it probably won't be good. It is just as vital to make sure you plant your feet on the right side of the pharmaceuticals battle line. Take the wrong stance here and there's no telling where you might wind up, but it definitely won't be good.

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Editor's Note:  Steve Jeck’s books, Of Stones and Strength and The Stone Lifter; and videos, Kviahellan DVD, Jeck on Stonelifting video, and Classic Jeck: The First Works CD, are available in our on-line store.

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