No, the Deadlift ISN'T Dangerous | Starting Strength Light Day #15 Mark Rippetoe | March 20, 2026 Rip and Rusty discuss the Deadlift, including it's importance, the need for technique, and the unfounded fear of the lift. 00:25 The Deadlift11:48 Technique is important 20:25 Deadlifting is not dangerous26:04 Limits34:50 Being elite doesn’t make you a coach43:28 Last thoughts