Deadlift Training

Once upon a time the Deadlift was a foundation exercise in a lifter’s training program. In the ’70s, the deadlift was popular around the world and was responsible for the powerful physiques of men from the US and Finland alike. Competitors exhibited erectors that would make today’s bodybuilders hang their heads in shame. Powerlifting used to be a key element in powerlifting competitions. These days, the bench press reigns supreme in competitions, with the power clean and squat tending to be taught most these days, with the deadlift conspicuous by its absence. This is blamed on the belief that this lift is ‘dangerous.’

Reasons to Deadlift

• Why Should The Deadlift be Ressurected? Whilst the deadlift is taxing, it is also a highly effective exercise working a significant range of muscle groups. These include the glutes, hamstrings and quadriceps, muscles responsible for generating significant power.

• Benefits of The Deadlift Over The Squat. The deadlift strengthens many upper back muscles, including the traps, and also improves your grip.

• How to Get Started With a Deadlifting. Here is some program recommendations to help you get strength gains though using deadlifts. Include a variety of deadlifts in your programme, such as: Snatch-Grip deadlift on a podium, Mid-Grip Deadlift from the Floor and a Clean Deadlift from the Floor.

• Benefits of Adding Deadlifts to Training. Deadlifts can help increase your often overlooked lower body mass. Whilst it may seem initially exhausting adding deadlifts to your programme, before long, you should feel and see results that otherwise couldn’t have been achieved.