Form check for deadlifts

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can I get some tips for my deadlift form or variations that could be helpful? Of the big 3 the deadlift is my biggest struggle, I notice that a sit my hips down when starting the lift which pushes the bar away from me. I do this without realizing, I only see it on video. I´ve tried to adjust how close my shins are to the bar when starting the setup, it has not really helped but how my feet are now feels the best (about 3-4cm from the bar when standing). Bracing and getting tight doesn´t feel as solid as for the squat, usually feels a little off.

Anyway all advice is appreciated.

video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w5YxgYVoDtiwavjJ_YbrasrdlKXikKCA/view?usp=sharing

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Howdy,

This is a service we offer with our coaches and coaching. That said, this is a pretty straightforward fix. The bar is too far forward. I would advise half that distance for more efficiency. You don’t move the bar much during setup, so I think that getting closer to the bar with your hips higher would be the move. I think the belt is also too high to really brace and set your back. I would try to move it lower with the front angled down slightly, if possible. Lastly, I’d advise standing up tall with a proud chest (thoracic extension) vs leaning back at the top. Together, that would make a textbook deadlift.

-Jordan

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