Squat and Deadlift check

[Juice80]

From 3/29/13

Squats - 250#

I'm still having trouble with the bar rolling up and down. I've read the book and watched the video numerous times and still trying to figure it out each workout...other than that they usually feel pretty good.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ye2WaSaaIOY

Deadlift - 335#

I would like to set my upper back a little harder based on comparing videos from lighter weights, and the fact that it feels like my back is rounding. But they still feel pretty good for the actual increase in weight.

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

[Brodie Butland]

Squats - 250#

I'm still having trouble with the bar rolling up and down. I've read the book and watched the video numerous times and still trying to figure it out each workout...other than that they usually feel pretty good.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ye2WaSaaIOY

I watched this three times and didn't see much wrong with it. Your feet seem a little far apart, so your knees don't exactly track your thighs...but honestly, I don't have much to critique on.

In terms of the bar rolling around, you might consider holding the bar in your last few fingers a little more...it seems like you're basically "palming" the bar. I don't know...I didn't see much bar movement, but I can't feel from a video.

Deadlift - 335#

I would like to set my upper back a little harder based on comparing videos from lighter weights, and the fact that it feels like my back is rounding. But they still feel pretty good for the actual increase in weight.

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

Some problems here. First, I need to see the entire set up, from your approach to the bar on.

But the biggest problem I see is, it looks like the bar is too close to your shins. Your shins are basically vertical when you begin the pull, so it's more or less all back. So...

(1) Before you bend your knees, take your grip, etc., make sure the bar is about an inch from your shins when you are standing straight up.

(2) Try narrowing your stance just a couple inches and point your toes out a little more. I think you'll have an easier time setting your entire back before the pull that way.

[Juice80]

Thanks Brodie. That makes a lot of sense. I've gotten comfortable (and in the process, sloppy) with the deadlift. I'll make those adjustments and keep going.

[Brodie Butland]

Thanks Brodie. That makes a lot of sense. I've gotten comfortable (and in the process, sloppy) with the deadlift. I'll make those adjustments and keep going.

No prob. We've all been there. I still don't pull my chest up enough unless I really concentrate on it, especially when I start getting gassed in the later reps.