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Getbig Bodybuilding Boards => Training Q&A => Topic started by: El Chapo on April 13, 2010, 01:03:32 PM
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toipc is in the title
-El Chapo
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I don't see why not.
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No. Just pick your fav. I recommend full deads
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You would be better off doing 2-3 weeks of deadlifts then 2-3 weeks of rack deads. Try to increase your rep range maxes on each from week to week, when you stall out, go to the other. You could add in Romanian deadlifts, deadlifts off a block, etc. and rotate them in as well. You stay somewhat fresh this way, and will continuously improve. Its basiclly the conjugate method made famous by Westside Barbell on the Maximum Effort days, works very, very well.
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No. Just pick your fav. I recommend full deads
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Yes, it may be worth it if your into PL'ing or general strength training.. I believe you mean alternate each style lift weekly. Another way is doing (for example) regular DL's on monday and rack DL's on thursday .Quite a few lifters do it that way. I do on occasion. Usually a good idea to keep the form constant when doing floor DL's, at least every week or on a 9 day cycle.
If into only BB'ing, than really no need to do DL's off the floor, but replace that with doing DL's with-in a PR. Having the pins set around knee (or a little bit below) level. No PR, than use heavy designed boxes, adding 2X10's when needed. Some men will have to admit that their body structure will never adapt to the regular DL. And are only inviting injury. DL's are an exceptional movement but not a total requirement for getting a massive traps and back.
Actually I think (personal view only) the SLDL and Romanian versions of DL's is much more adaptable and productive for most BB'ers. And even PL'ers, as a alternate training tool. Also the DL/trap/shrug bar has helped a great many men with the knee and back problems that may develop with a regular straight bar. And with the hands held in a more natural way, thumbs straight ahead. Good Luck.
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I should have clarified that I only do stiff leg deadlifts. Never go over 405 anymore. Never do less than ten reps per set.
I just feel them a lot more in my back than regular deads.
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I always do them from the rack. Bring the weight down to just below knee level and then back up again.
If you see yourself as a bodybuilder rather than a powerlifter or strength athlete then deadlifts should only be used to stimulate the lower back only - no need to get the whole body involved by pulling from the floor. It will still bring the rest of your back into play and you'll get a good grip and forearm workout too.
Obviously if your a powerlifter then it's a different story - pull from the floor.
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If you are a beginner or just like working out. I would try them both unless you are training for something specific.
No need to just do one exercise for years on end. Try different things.
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Always was doing deadlifts, and was happy about it.
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I would say if you're on a 5x5 program it would be beneficial to alternate the lifts, that means you would train that muscle group 2 to 3 times weekly.