Do Olympic lifters move slowly when they lift weights?

 No, Olympic lifters typically do not move slowly when they lift weights. In fact, Olympic weightlifting is a sport that involves lifting heavy weights explosively and quickly.

The two main lifts in Olympic weightlifting are the snatch and the clean and jerk. Both lifts require a combination of strength, power, speed, and technique to execute properly. The lifter must move the barbell from the ground to an overhead position in one swift and fluid motion.

To generate the necessary power and speed to lift the weight, Olympic lifters often incorporate techniques such as the use of the stretch reflex and the triple extension of the ankles, knees, and hips. These techniques allow the lifter to generate a powerful upward force and propel the barbell upward at a high speed.

While Olympic lifters may take their time to set up and prepare for a lift, the actual lift itself is typically executed explosively and quickly.