Just an update, I actually hit 285 for 3 reps the set before this, but couldn’t quite get the third on this last set. But regardless, been making some progress, and feel like I did a better job of keeping the bar more under control and closer to my body.
Looking good man.
I for one cannot not stand the strait edged plates for DLs. The weight hits the ground and it shifts postion without the ability to roll it which annoyingly distracts my focus. If I were you, i’d go back to using the round plates as you were in the first vid.
But thats just me.
Trust me, I hate them just as much as you! haha. I’m at a training course on a tiny military base for the next few weeks, so I’ve just got to work with what I’ve got right now. But I agree, the straight edged plates are annoying.
Looks pretty good to me. One thing to try is to keep your shins even more vertical. Keep your back as it is, but push your hips back even further; it should feel really tight along your “upper” hamstrings. Start the pull itself by driving your heels into the ground, without letting your knees move forward, and then once the bar is moving, focus on wedging your hips forward, between your knees and shoulders. (Instead of thinking about standing up.)
May make a difference for you; may not. Since we have similar leverages, those cues might help.
[quote]LoRez wrote:
Looks pretty good to me. One thing to try is to keep your shins even more vertical. Keep your back as it is, but push your hips back even further; it should feel really tight along your “upper” hamstrings. Start the pull itself by driving your heels into the ground, without letting your knees move forward, and then once the bar is moving, focus on wedging your hips forward, between your knees and shoulders. (Instead of thinking about standing up.)
May make a difference for you; may not. Since we have similar leverages, those cues might help.[/quote]
Right on, thx for the solid advice. I will give it a shot. I appreciate the info!
15lb PR today, 295x5. Any thoughts on the form? Also, is some mild low back tightness/soreness normal after heavy deads? It doesn’t look like my back is really rounding, could it just be from holding that lumbar arch with heavier weight? Thanks.
[quote]erik_carlson wrote:
15lb PR today, 295x5. Any thoughts on the form? Also, is some mild low back tightness/soreness normal after heavy deads? It doesn’t look like my back is really rounding, could it just be from holding that lumbar arch with heavier weight? Thanks.
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Nice job brother! Soreness in the low back is normal, deadlifts realy hit the erectors hard. Especially by your build, you’re going to have that almost RDL looking pull. They look solid man, keep at it.
Those look pretty good.
A couple things to experiment with, just to see how they affect any back tightness. They may make a difference positively, they may not.
- just keep your low back flat; not rounded, not arched, but in your normal, natural standing position
- actively push your legs outward by trying to push your pant pockets away from each other
[quote]Evolv wrote:
[quote]erik_carlson wrote:
15lb PR today, 295x5. Any thoughts on the form? Also, is some mild low back tightness/soreness normal after heavy deads? It doesn’t look like my back is really rounding, could it just be from holding that lumbar arch with heavier weight? Thanks.
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Nice job brother! Soreness in the low back is normal, deadlifts realy hit the erectors hard. Especially by your build, you’re going to have that almost RDL looking pull. They look solid man, keep at it.[/quote]
What the shit is a ‘RDL looking pull’?
That is a fucking RDL.
Thanks guys. Always appreciate critiques from the more experienced lifters on here.
another update, 315x5, PR. No back pain at all from deads recently. Is it appropriate to reset between each rep like I do? Thanks.
Looked fine.
Anything is appropriate as long as it helps you reach your goals. Don’t get too caught up in doing it “right”.
[quote]T3hPwnisher wrote:
Looked fine.
Anything is appropriate as long as it helps you reach your goals. Don’t get too caught up in doing it “right”.[/quote]
Right on, makes sense. Thanks.