Question about DEADLIFTS

**ArkansasAlex** · 12-12-2004, 08:50 PM

Hey does anyone know a site that has a video of the proper technique?

My workout partner and I are about to start using them in our routine, just dont want to hurt ourself, any help is apreciated. I do have hte basic idea, just want it to be perfect

Thanks
Alex

**ArkansasAlex** · 12-12-2004, 10:16 PM

comon guys,, I really need some help

BUMP
Alex

**bluethunder** · 12-13-2004, 07:47 AM

Telling and showing how to do deads are very different. So I wish not to get into all the varibles as I do not know your previous training. If you do not have much experience then I do not recommend deads. I just beleive in building a bit of a foundation before going to compound closed link chain movements. Too much risk for injury. Others may disagree but I stand by my belief. If you really wish to do them buy a book or better yet get a personal trainer to get you started.

**nsa** · 12-13-2004, 10:31 AM

Deadlifts are probably the most important exercise to use close to perfect form on, otherwise you could do a number of things to hurt yourself, most commonly herniated vertebral discs.

**ArkansasAlex** · 12-13-2004, 12:14 PM

ok thanks guys, and someone posted an animation of a deadlift on the other forum, so these two combined should help me out

thanks
Alex

**nsa** · 12-13-2004, 01:25 PM

Now that this thread is done, Bluethunder what is your opinion on stiff leg deads in place of standard deads?

**kloter1** · 12-13-2004, 03:32 PM

well i like stiff better because I get a better stretch in my lower back. heres a good site for ya arkansasLINK

**bluethunder** · 12-13-2004, 04:28 PM

Originally Posted by nsa

Now that this thread is done, Bluethunder what is your opinion on stiff leg deads in place of standard deads?

I think both are good as I do them each. Stiffs are great for my hammies much more so then regular standard deads. I also like to squeeze my glutes on stiffs which helps work the hammies tie in the glutes. I never do both the same workout though. If I do the stiff's I try to place most of my effort to the hams and standards my lower back area instead. I also do not go real heavy on both escpecially stiff's that way I can really feel the full stretch.