February 13
The Nordic Deadlift
Looks odd, but this new deadlift variation will build your hamstrings and posterior chain strength like nothing else. Take a look.
January 8
Deadlift Basics: Grip & Stance
Master the basics before you pile on the plates! Here's a quick video tutorial to help beginners get their deadlift stance and grip right.
May 23
Tip: The Strength Test Real Lifters Can Pass
Are you strong? Like, really strong in a real-world kinda way? Take this test and find out.
March 4
The Top 10 Deadlift Myths
A good deal of what you know, or think you know, about the deadlift is wrong. See how your beliefs stack up to reality.
February 16
Tip: Deadlift Heavy, Protect Your Back
Three ways to pull heavier without wrecking your lower back. Try these proven strategies.
February 6
Tip: The Deadlift for a Bigger, Better Butt
Smoke your entire lower body, especially your glutes. Try this.
January 25
Tip: 5 Gym Hacks to Make Life Easier
You're going to wonder why you didn't think of a couple of these!
January 22
Tip: Deadlifting – The Recovery Issue
After making some fast progress, is your deadlift now stuck in a rut? Here's how to fix that.
December 22
Tip: Deadlift – Explosive Triple from Deficit
Sub-maximal explosive deadlifts for sets of 3-5 reps are sure to boost your conventional deadlift PR.
Tip: Blow Up Your Deadlift with this Exercise
A lot of times, your deadlift stalls out because you lack isometric strength in your lats. Let's fix that... and build some new mass too.
December 20
Tip: Stiff-Leg Deadlift from Deficit
You need a strong posterior chain to deadlift big numbers, and it's hard to beat this lift to strengthen it.
December 7
Tip: Crappy Genetics? Deadlift Like This
Suck at deadlifting? If it's a leverage or arm-length issue, here's a tip that'll help you yank big numbers off the floor anyway.
December 4
Tip: The Recovery Intrusive Deadlift
Yes, do deadlifts. But program them wisely or you'll crash and burn. Here's why and what to do about it.
December 3
Tip: The 1-Plate Deficit Deadlift
This is probably the most productive change you can make with your deadlift training. Here's why.
October 10
The Badass Deadlift Program
Here's a devastatingly effective (and even fun) deadlift program that makes you want to run to the gym to try it out.
September 18
Tip: The Best Hip Hinge
This fundamental movement pattern is, well, fundamental. But try this before you jump into deadlifting.
September 7
Tip: The Core Exercise for Deadlifters
If you deadlift (specifically if you use a sumo stance) this should be one of your key supplemental exercises.
September 6
6 Mandatory Movements, Personalized for You
Many exercises are known for getting people jacked and strong, but they might not be the best for YOU. Here's how to tell.
August 15
Tip: 2.5 Inch Deficit Deadlifts
For this deadlift variation, stand on a small platform or plates. Great accessory exercise to boost your standard deadlift strength.