The deadlift is one of three fundamental compound movements. Many lifters love this functional strength movement because of its’ ability to engage so many large muscle groups. Whether you’re a weightlifting champion or a weekend warrior, we share insight, tips and advice related to the mighty deadlift.
The hip thrust is a popular exercise used by many people in the gym. Its popularity has increased in recent years thanks to the likes of Bret Contreras, who invented the exercise back in 2006. Since then, Bret has extensively researched the activity of the gluteus maximus during the hip thrust and his findings have … Read more
There are many advanced weight lifting exercises like the power snatches and cleans (1). The movement patterns of these lifts can translate into wrestling performance. The deadlift is also a great exercise, especially for those who have just started to use resistance training as a means to improve wrestling performance. Is deadlift good for wrestling? … Read more
Key Points I remember leveling up on the weights during the deadlift. I stacked 507 pounds on the bar. But I couldn’t even pull the bar past my knees! For those of you experiencing something similar, you can fully understand my frustration at that time. So the knee range was obviously my weak sticking point. … Read more
Strong lats could make your barbell deadlift safer and more effective than EVER! Do deadlifts work the lats? Yes, the lats get engaged during the deadlifts. However, don’t expect much growth and strength of the lats from deadlifts alone. When you learn how to engage the lats in the deadlift it stabilizes your shoulders and … Read more
I remember when I first started working out, I almost never did deadlifts. As soon as I included it into my workout program my trapezius (traps) accelerated in strength and growth. I kid you not, within 3 months it got to the point where my back was literally hugging against my t-shirts. I was in … Read more
Key Points At first glance, the pure strength it takes to perform a proper deadlift or squat exercise looks to be too much for your average person or athlete. However, deadlifts and squats are two of the most used and trained exercises in the world of strength training. Chances are, as a lifter, these exercises … Read more
Key Points The deadlift is often called a “king of all exercises”. Why? It is a compound movement that works the entire body. Are you looking for ways to improve you deadlift strength and add extra weight to the bar? You are in the right place. In this article, we will cover the most effective … Read more
Key Points Everyone usually agrees, the deadlift is awesome! In fact I would recommend it to almost all lifters from different facets of sport and fitness as it engages so many muscles of the lower and upper extremities. [1] Do you feel as if anatomy are affecting your deadlift? Maybe you’re a tall guy, how … Read more
Key Points Some people are predisposed to be better at certain exercises. Their build allows them to naturally create better leverage and create more force in certain positions. The deadlift is no different. If you have a long torso with long legs and long arms, you are predisposed to be great at conventional deadlifts. So … Read more
Key Points So many types of deadlifts with such little time! The block deadlift is yet another variation of the deadlift. A deadlift block pull is an elevated deadlift with the use of wooden blocks. Many athletes and strength lifters use the block pull to strengthen the back. So are block deadlifts right for you? … Read more
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