Here's a couple of articles which you may find helpful:
http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_article/sport…
http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do?id=1618485

One excellent resource to look at if you want in depth analysis, and a resource from which to programme your mobility and flexibility plan is Assess and Correct by Cressey, Hartman and Robertson. You can see it here: http://www.assessandcorrect.com

Any other questions let me know!

Thanks, Joe, for your reply.

Can you suggest some resources that I can use to assist me with determining all the different parts of the body that would have the potential to have mobility deficits?

Thanks Jonathan. The best way to see if you have mobility deficits is to do basic movements and see if you have any restrictions.

Start with a overhead bodyweight squat with a wooden pole – this will tell you a lot about your hip and shoulder mobility. Film it and watch it back.

Everyone I know has mobility deficits, so its a safe bet to assume you will have some. The commonest ones though are not enough hip and shoulder mobility. I like using goblet squats and wall slides to improve both of these.

Creating a plan depends on your starting point and goals. There isn't one answer to that question! The best way I think to learn, is to follow a few programmes written by good coaches for a while. Over time you will pick up what works for you and what doesn't.

I hope that helps!

Thanks Andrew! Glad you liked it. A great training partner is invaluable – 2 or 3 are even better!

Enjoy your book!

And I second your comment about lifting with a partner. I find that on days when I lift with a partner, friend or teammate, I lift with more intensity. They push me harder, and I push them harder. A partner also gives you a commitment to train. If you skip out, you don't hurt yourself by not training, but you stiff them. Some days I have to work out by myself, but whenever I can, I get someone who will push me more than I push myself.

One of my 'life weaknesses' is that I don't read enough offline. I liked that you brought that up. I have a book that has been waiting for me to read it for a couple months now. I think I will find the time to finish it now.