Deadlift Form Check

[Jared Hunt]

Deadlift form check 8-25-23 - YouTube

I know that I did not keep my head in the frame at all times, but I'm submitting this in hopes of correcting form for next workout.
You'll see I false started on the first rep. That was due to me dropping my hips during/after step 3.

Thank you

[Mark Rippetoe]

Your back is never getting into extension. Might be the 4-inch belt. Take it off and post a video of 225x5 with your back in extension.

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[Jared Hunt]

Your back is never getting into extension. Might be the 4-inch belt. Take it off and post a video of 225x5 with your back in extension.

I tried, but I think I'm still not controlling my lower back well enough. Maybe a related question: does lack of control of the lower back tend to cause insufficient depth in the squat? Watching videos of my squat, I've found that what feels full depth to me is a hair shy of parallel, so I have to go further than what feels right to complete the squat.


225x5 8-26-23 - YouTube. There is the link to 225x5 with no belt.

Thanks

[Mark Rippetoe]

These are MUCH better than the previous deadlifts.

[Eric Schexnayder]

I like your head / neck position in the first video a little better. Remember to lift your chest to get into extension, not your head.

Lift your chest until you hear the barbell click. Pull all the slack out of your arms and make the barbell bend upwards. At the same time, drop your belly between your thighs. You may have to narrow your heels somewhat and point your toes out a little more, and shove your knees against your elbows.

Once everything is tight, keep it tight, and use the barbell as leverage to drive your heels through the floor.