Should I continue to deadlift until I fix my flexibility issues?

[TheMountain]

When I deadlift, I can't set up without my lower back rounding. When I try to RDL, I can barely get to my knees before my hamstrings feel like they're going to explode. So I'm working on flexibility/mobility issues i.e. rolling/stretching but I also know that continuing to train the ROM of a deadlift is equally important for improving that flexibility.

That being said, would it be better to do something like a rack pull and keep progressing in weight or keep deadlifting with a rounded lower back just at a lighter weight until I develop the ability to setup properly?

[carson]

If you are able please post a video. If not try to find a certified SS coach. There are so many questions that must be answered before anyone can reasonably address your issue.

[manveer]

Age/height/weight/current DL work weights?

Stretching and mobility are probably not the problem.

[carson]

As coach Sully says, "The best way to work out problems is to do the lifts." I concur.

[Scott Hanson]

I agree with manveer.

Based on the DL video you posted last week, I think that its most likely that your spinal erector's are just not strong enough or used to doing what you need them to do. Doing deadlifts will help to fix this. You are not too far from a proper setup in the aforementioned video. If you absolutely can't get any more back extension, I'd try the rack pulls at a height that is the lowest possible and allows you to get set up with a flat back. Lower the bar as strength (of your back extensors) and flexibility improve, then start increasing the load when the bar is on the floor.

[brkriete]

I looked at your deadlift video you posted previously.

It's hard to tell 100% because of where your forearms are but I think your knees could possibly come forward more which would get you a little lower without rounding your back. Are you lifting in flats or weightlifting shoes with a raised heel?

[carson]

You should never stop deadlifting, especially since you are able to lift as much as you do. As I recommended on your other technique post you need to squoze hard hard hard. Back extension is part of it. It feels as if I pushing my butt up and back before I lift. Please, don't get discourage. You are doing well and probably have many more pounds of weights to lift.

[TheMountain]

I actually watched the video 1000 more times did "fix" it by trying what you said. I sat back into it, thinking shins vertical and was able to get a flat back. I have to somewhat pull the bar back into my shins to get them to touch but the pull actually feels stronger doing it. I'll work on efficiency and bar pathing but my main focus was to avoid hurting my lower back.

I measured my arms and I think part of my issue is the fact that they are 4" shorter than my height. So I probably needed to start at a lower hip position.

Don't worry about giving up Carson. Kicking iron's ass is certainly an addiction for me now and I'll keep working to make it work for me in one way or another