May 2
Heavy Deadlifting 101
Sumo or conventional stance? Mixed, overhand or hook grip? And what's the best way to program it? You have deadlift questions, Matt Kroc has answers.
March 31
The Belt and the Deadlift
Chances are you're using the wrong belt when you deadlift. Worse yet, you may not even know why or how to use it.
March 27
The Olympic Deadlift
Olympic deadlifts activate your CNS and cause explosive growth in your hamstrings, calves, traps, and back.
March 12
6 Tips to Master the Sumo Deadlift
The sumo deadlift shortens the ROM, works the hips more, and is less stressful on the back than conventional deadlifts.
January 31
Finding Your Big 3 Lifts
Powerlifters have to bench, squat, and deadlift. But what if you just want to impress the ladies when your clothes come off?
January 7
Explode Your Deadlift
The difference between a stalled deadlift and a new PR is explosiveness. Here's how to start pulling like a pro.
December 27
How to Do the Jefferson Deadlift
A deadlift variation as old as the barbell that will pack on mass and kick up your pulling power.
December 20
Double-Paused Deadlifts
Deadlift stuck? Here's a trick that will quickly improve your technique and help you set a new PR.
December 4
Advanced Deadlift Programming
If your deadlift is stuck, you need more than a new exercise or technique cue to get it moving. You need a system.
November 26
Louie Simmons on Explosive Lockouts
A lack of explosiveness has killed many a deadlift at lockout, and no one knows how to fix it like Louie Simmons.
November 22
Trouble with the Tilt - Correcting APT
Your gut and butt perpetually protrude and your deadlift PR won't budge. Sounds like you have anterior pelvic tilt. Here’s how to fix it.
November 7
19 Squat & Deadlift Variations
Find the most effective variations of the squat and the deadlift to fit your body and your goals.
October 2
Stop Jerking Your Deadlift
Guys who can pull a ton don't get there by jerking the weight up. Here's the right way to get set for a big PR.
September 20
Squat, Deadlift & Bench Options for Big Gains
Always going heavy on the Big 3 can lead to injury and stagnation. Here how to lighten your loads and keep getting better.
September 17
In Defense of Deficit Deadlifts
Is the deficit deadlift a dangerous exercise, or is it a safe way to build super strength? Answer here.
August 29
Strengthen Your "Secret" Deadlift Muscles
Pulling big weights requires getting strong in a lot of supporting muscles, starting with the upper and mid back.
August 23
Deadly Deadlift Supersets
These deadlift supersets will hammer your weak points while still letting you crank reps where you're strong.
August 21
Expose Your Weaknesses to Get Strong!
Targeting weak links builds strength, helps you achieve structural balance, and prolongs your lifting career. Here’s how to do it.
July 24
5 Deadlifting Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Every deadlift eventually stalls, and the number one reason is technique related. Here's how to find the right fix for your ailing pull.