Common Mistakes In The Deadlift & How To Fix Them

Starting Strength Coach Ray Gillenwater discusses some common mistakes people make while performing the deadlift and what steps you can take to correct them.

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[tuts]

To the point(s) with no time consuming anatomical over analysis. Love this channel.

[crownheights]

I just learned more in this one short video tutorial than in the last 10 I watched. I am so grateful. Thank you.

[ItHurtsToThink]

Thanks! I moved my knees into the correct position today and it felt like a completely different exercise. Couldn't believe the difference!

[azo]

I’ve watched several deadlift how to/tutorial videos and this one was by far the best. Thank you 🙌🏽

[stephenw]

Absolutely love Starting Strength!! Another great video. No nonsense - lots of applicable information. Great work

[bigdaisy]

thanks, i am going to try narrow my stance, and use the same cues :)

[LtActionCam]

The “push away” was the kick for me. The bar would drift forward and hurt my back if I tried to “pull” the bar. Great stuff.

[stevelee]

Incredible insight! Thanks for sharing

[Francesco-cjoi]

Awesome content as usual!
I actually needed this, I've been struggling with the bar getting away from my shins, and I think I might just be on my toes without realizing it because I automatically shift my weight back before each rep, but it causes flexion in my back. Will work on finding proper balance before each rep

[jamesburns]

One error you should include which I was doing, don't touch and go. Do resets on each lift. Also on the eccentric (down) part of the lift I go about the same speed as going up at least for now at my current lift weight not sure if that's an error though.

[paulabritton]

I like the idea of pushing away from the floor. I’m going to try it!

[joeb]

Good tips about flattening the back and not squatting too low. I'll come back to this video to remind me. Subscribed today.

[michaelday]

I have to come check you out in Boston. I would love to see what I need to do with my physical limitations.

[davidharcot]

You just prove me i have been doing the right thing thanks for that.

[GuitarsAndSynths]

awesome! I have the book as well and want to take the in person seminar in the future!

[sofartsogood]

7:21 didn’t know Bud Bundy is training at SS gym. Nice.

[martystrasinger]

Awesome standing vertical Ray! It’s twice what mine is!

[neilmartinuzzi]

Ray, great video no BS only the facts, just like your press video, thanks

[migch]

Should you squeeze the butt at the finish of a dead lift ( hit thrust)? I am always confused about the finish part of a dead lift 😢

[Wilsonjt]

Is there a significant advantage of having your toes out? I’ve always been taught if I have the ankle mobility to always keep my toes forward. Just curious and appreciate your input!