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Everything You Think is Wrong With Your Deadlift Technique Is Probably Right

  • Deadlift hip height varies based on individual body structure, and striving for the lowest hip position can enhance lifting efficiency.
  • Deadlifting with rounded back shortens the torso, reducing the hip extension torque needed, potentially allowing a lifter to handle heavier weights.
  • Article clarifies that pulling with a rounded back is not recommended for safety, focusing instead on why it can increase lifting performance.
  • The appearances of deadlifting techniques, such as 'stiff-legging' or low hips, are often influenced by an individual's unique body proportions, rather than incorrect form.
  • While biomechanics favor certain positions for efficiency, these are not universal prescriptions due to varying limb and torso lengths.
  • The article uses practical illustrations and examples from professional lifters to explain how different techniques impact deadlift performance.
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