Deadlift form check.

[MMZ35]

Hi,
I started strength training ~ 9 weeks ago and so far have been consistently adding weight. I started with the strong lifts 5x5 program gradually moving towards SS now (Mostly because i'm having issues with the barbell rows).

Please check my Deadlift form:
front view:
http://youtu.be/z1_UajjjHlQ

Side view:
http://youtu.be/pgCxa6HvSnA

Thanks,
Ali

[Tom Campitelli]

You need to arch your back before you pull the weight off the ground. You should follow this procedure:

http://startingstrength.com/resource...468#post182468

[SteveC]

Hi Tom, I am trying to hone my observation/coaching skills so please let me know if I'm on track here. Would it be fair to also say that: (1) he needs to set up the bar over his feet before bending down; (2) his feet should be pointed out instead of parallel; (3) he is dropping his rear before the pull rather than lifting the chest; and, (4) the people walking around are way too close and distracting during the lift so they should probably be shot.

[Tom Campitelli]

I would agree with all of those points, although the death sentence is a rather stiff penalty for being inconsiderate while someone is deadlifting. Hopefully, if he follows the steps for the deadlift setup, they will be addressed.

[Tom Campitelli]

He's also not wearing shoes, but we're going with baby steps at the moment.