The Road to the Santa Monica Armlifting Championships: Episode 2

The Road to Santa Monica — Episode 2 In Episode 2 of The Road to Santa Monica, Riccardo Magni reflects on his latest training hall session with lightweight monster Ben Galper and strength legend Odd Haugen as he sharpens his focus for the Santa Monica Classic. This episode is all about the 60mm axle. No distractions. No extra events. Just positioning, technique, repeated singles, and the final adjustments needed to bring the best possible version of the lift to the platform on Sunday, June 28th at 3 p.m. Pacific in Santa Monica. Watch as Riccardo breaks down what he learned at the training hall, how he is dialing in his stance, grip, bar path, and timing, and why the goal is not simply to lift well in training — the goal is to produce a better result when it counts on contest day. You will see the drills, the setup work, the singles, and the thought process behind building confidence under contest conditions. This is the final form taking shape. The work is being tested, refined, and prepared for the platform. To learn more about Armlifting USA, upcoming contests, and how to compete, visit armliftingusa.com. For coaching with Riccardo, visit armliftingcoach.com. To watch the Santa Monica Classic live, go to Martins Licis’ YouTube channel on Sunday, June 28th at 3 p.m. Pacific. Will world records be set? We’re about to find out. #Armlifting #ArmliftingUSA #GripStrength #AxleDeadlift #SantaMonicaClassic #RoadToSantaMonica #OddHaugen #MartinsLicis #GripSport #Deadlift