Deadlift Check

[Ben H.]

I posted previously in the technique forum.

Video — 90 kg x 5

I'm mostly concerned about my back position and my inability to squeeze the chest up any harder. My first rep looks the best, but as I pause the video on subsequent reps my lower back appears to round.

Am I on the right track?

[Michael Wolf]

Your observation is correct, your back is rounding. Part of the problem is that you don't squeeze is up hard enough in the first place. You also drop and wiggle your hips around. Hip position is set when your shins touch the bar. After that, it's all squeeze chest up, no more moving your hips. This might be somewhat uncomfortable and you might feel some tension on your hamstrings. Good. You have to squeeze up a lot more than you want to and than you think you can. Use the search function and look up "SQUOZE" for more info.

I also see your toes come up several times. Did someone tell you to push through your heels? Don't. Push through mid-foot.

Finally, I highly recommend gaining a whole bunch of weight. It will help tremendously.