Form and Function

Chill Uncategorized

Butt a bit too low to start and shoulders too far back, and then butt too high on additional reps.  Shoulders are rolled a bit for all. Too much stress on back, not enough use of legs. Would probably help to try to look up more (helps keep back straight) and keeps the upper body at the right angle. If in doubt, make your butt lower. It’s a harder lift but preserves form, which is far more important.

I’d also suggest legs somewhat (~2 inches) further apart and not have the knees go in at all, which they appear to be doing. Have to consciously resist this!

The only reason I didn’t hurt myself when I accidentally lifted quite a bit more than I intended in the dead is that I have decent form even at high weight. The deadlift is the easiest way to hurt yourself for a long time if done incorrectly, so form is very important.

Staci at Nerd Fitness has the best deadlift form I have ever seen in my life, so she’s always a good place to start for guidance.