Atlas Stone Lift

Stand straddling Atlas stone, feet shoulder-width.

Squat down, wrap arms around stone, fingers underneath.

Keep back straight, chest up.

Drive through heels, lifting stone off ground, pull into torso.

As stone passes knees, sit back slightly, lap the stone onto thighs.

Readjust grip, hugging stone high on chest.

Explosively extend hips and knees, lean back slightly.

Load stone onto platform or over bar.

Requires tacky/protective gear.