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    Default Deadlift Set-Up Problems

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    I posted two of my videos in another thread but realised they must not have been accepted because I had a sideways video, and accidentally uploaded the same one twice.

    I pulled 150kg for 3 two weeks ago but my deadlift has never been consistent, and has only really got stronger when my squat has. I took 10kg off the bar and filmed it, then corrected the problems I found, overall the deadlift felt a lot better and comfortable warming up but I still missed 140kg so I'm not sure what to do next. I was thinking of resetting to 135 and working my way back up with a better starting position. Your advice would be appreciated, thanks.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUY1DYtT_tI

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    There are 2 attempts on this video, neither of which you actually attempted to pull. The bar does not just fly up in the air at heavy weight. You are expected to grind on it a little. You just tugged on it and gave up.

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    Looks to me like on both attempts you give up as soon as you lose the slightest bit of thoracic extension. I think Rip would agree that this is not desirable but often unavoidable on a heavy pull, and is not a reason to abandon a lift.

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