Best online videos for squats & deadlifts?
Hmd500
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For books, I already have NROWL4W & SS. What are some of the "go-to" videos online that you think do the best job of teaching a novice the correct form for squats & deadlifts?
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Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
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I like the Stronglifts 5x5 videos.0
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Elliot Hulse did a step by step video on You tube on the proper way to do a deadlift0
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I really like Johnny Candito's videos...
How to Deadlift
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6UgD1H_AXw
How to Squat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoZWgTrZLd8
Don't let how low he gets on squat make you feel bad LOL
Omar Isuf is another great YouTube resources0 -
These ^I really like Johnny Candito's videos...
How to Deadlifthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6UgD1H_AXw
How to Squathttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoZWgTrZLd8
Don't let how low he gets on squat make you feel bad LOL
Omar Isuf is another great YouTube resources0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.0 -
These ^I really like Johnny Candito's videos...
How to Deadlifthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6UgD1H_AXw
How to Squathttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoZWgTrZLd8
Don't let how low he gets on squat make you feel bad LOL
Omar Isuf is another great YouTube resources
Those^0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
This, but also - physics is going to dictate how much you can stay upright. Eventually, you're going to fall over backward, especially as you add weight.0 -
The elitefts 'So you think you can..." series is really good IMO0
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Elliot Hulse did a step by step video on You tube on the proper way to do a deadlift
^^^ This!!
He has a lot of video's for DL's and squats he also has a channel called Strength Camp I think you'll find most of them there...0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
I had various 'helpful' advice at the gym (I am also weak and end up following this so someone's feelings aren't hurt)
I now have my own gym in the garage where no one can bother me.
If you find high bar easier that's not to say you shouldn't do it - but read the whole section in the book then make your own mind up. I had very dodgy knees so stuck with the advice in the book - I don't have dodgy knees anymore 0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
^^yep.
The bar should be mid-foot for whichever type of squat. Your leverages will have a lot to do with how far you need to be upright to keep it mid-foot.
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Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
Ummmmmmm......:huh: No hablo espanol....
I'm 5'9", empty bar is on my back over scapulae, I was trying to bring my hips down below my knees and naturally, my butt goes back and my head goes forward and I'm looking at floor ahead of me as if I had a tennis ball under my chin.
Which bar are you referring to; the side bars that catch the barbell in case you fail? If it's those, then they were about two feet from the ground.0 -
Its over 5 years old but still really enjoy this...
Scooby's Skateboard Squats
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-D7Hv4L1F60 0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
^^yep.
The bar should be mid-foot for whichever type of squat. Your leverages will have a lot to do with how far you need to be upright to keep it mid-foot..
OK, so all three are good? Awesome.0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
Ummmmmmm......:huh: No hablo espanol....
I'm 5'9", empty bar is on my back over scapulae, I was trying to bring my hips down below my knees and naturally, my butt goes back and my head goes forward and I'm looking at floor ahead of me as if I had a tennis ball under my chin.
Which bar are you referring to; the side bars that catch the barbell in case you fail? If it's those, then they were about two feet from the ground.
See the image above. The 'high' 'low' reference is to where the bar sits on your upper back/shoulders.
The 2nd image is a high bar and the third a low bar squat. (Although, in reality, they can be anywhere in between).0 -
\Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
I had various 'helpful' advice at the gym (I am also weak and end up following this so someone's feelings aren't hurt)
I now have my own gym in the garage where no one can bother me.
If you find high bar easier that's not to say you shouldn't do it - but read the whole section in the book then make your own mind up. I had very dodgy knees so stuck with the advice in the book - I don't have dodgy knees anymore
Thanks! I feel the same way.0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
Ummmmmmm......:huh: No hablo espanol....
I'm 5'9", empty bar is on my back over scapulae, I was trying to bring my hips down below my knees and naturally, my butt goes back and my head goes forward and I'm looking at floor ahead of me as if I had a tennis ball under my chin.
Which bar are you referring to; the side bars that catch the barbell in case you fail? If it's those, then they were about two feet from the ground.
See the image above. The 'high' 'low' reference is to where the bar sits on your upper back/shoulders.
The 2nd image is a high bar and the third a low bar squat. (Although, in reality, they can be anywhere in between).
Ahhhhh, so then I say high since it's tough for me to bend my arms and shoulders that far. The fat is still in the way. (HAHAHA!)0 -
Johnny Candito or Elliot Hulse have great videos on teaching both. Elliot really gets into it. Elliot has a few videos on mobility as well. Make sure you are doing some mobility work. It will help your lifts. I just started a couple of weeks ago and it makes a big difference in my squat.0
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I need to check out some others myself....
But I have liked Mark rippetoe's vids on the stuff.0 -
My favorites that I have found thus far are Alan Thralls.
Squat:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bs_Ej32IYgo&list=UURLOLGZl3-QTaJfLmAKgoAw
Deadlift:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1IGeJEXpF4&list=UURLOLGZl3-QTaJfLmAKgoAw 0 -
http://forum.liftheavy****.com/index.php?topic=379.0
Way to lazy to post all links- but this is a great thread.0 -
Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
^^yep.
The bar should be mid-foot for whichever type of squat. Your leverages will have a lot to do with how far you need to be upright to keep it mid-foot..
OK, so all three are good? Awesome.
I had a hard time, still do actually, with my squat. I've been working with a certified starting strength coach and he keeps telling me to keep my chest up which is much different than keep your back up. The guy trying to help may have meant that, or maybe not, but the head position shouldn't change.0 -
Those were good videos too, but he didn't even mention a weight belt, I don't do deadlifts without one. The one time I forgot to put it on, I did one deadlift and felt it in my lower back, lucky for me no injury, but I put it on for the rest of them.
These ^I really like Johnny Candito's videos...
How to Deadlifthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6UgD1H_AXw
How to Squathttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoZWgTrZLd8
Don't let how low he gets on squat make you feel bad LOL
Omar Isuf is another great YouTube resources0 -
Since I started finding a place on the ceiling to focus on when I squat (as somebody on here suggested) it has made squats much easier for me.Mark rippetoe on YouTube or even better his book 'starting strength'
Edit: sorry, just seen you have the book
I'm reading that. By the way, I was at gym last night and a big muscle guy informed my I was squatting wrong. I was trying to do it like Rippetoe described in book but the dude told me to keep my back as straight vertically as possible and to keep my head up, two things that Rippetoe said "not" to do.
I did as he said, I felt unstable, and he told me to keep a bench under my butt, which works. Now, what do YOU think about that? I want to follow the book.
For a high bar squat maybe, but not for a low bar style. Which are you doing?
^^yep.
The bar should be mid-foot for whichever type of squat. Your leverages will have a lot to do with how far you need to be upright to keep it mid-foot..
OK, so all three are good? Awesome.
I had a hard time, still do actually, with my squat. I've been working with a certified starting strength coach and he keeps telling me to keep my chest up which is much different than keep your back up. The guy trying to help may have meant that, or maybe not, but the head position shouldn't change.0 -
Those were good videos too, but he didn't even mention a weight belt, I don't do deadlifts without one. The one time I forgot to put it on, I did one deadlift and felt it in my lower back, lucky for me no injury, but I put it on for the rest of them.
These ^I really like Johnny Candito's videos...
How to Deadlifthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6UgD1H_AXw
How to Squathttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoZWgTrZLd8
Don't let how low he gets on squat make you feel bad LOL
Omar Isuf is another great YouTube resources
That should be concerning to you as a lifter- as a belt is not for protecting your back- but giving your abs something to brace against.
If you are using your belt to protect your back- you might want to back down and re-evaluate how you're lifting. Not saying you are doing it right or wrong- just a side note thought for you. I am not anti belt- I'm all about it but that makes me raise an eyebrow.0 -
Haha staring at the ceiling would make me cowp. I stare at a low point in the wall (ATM it's a wee skull valve cover on my daughters bike I stare at.
For deads my brother has been telling me to look at the floor (that's how he was doing it at crossfit), I find that very off putting - guess I'm a stare at the bottom of the wall girl.0 -
Haha staring at the ceiling would make me cowp. I stare at a low point in the wall (ATM it's a wee skull valve cover on my daughters bike I stare at.
For deads my brother has been telling me to look at the floor (that's how he was doing it at crossfit), I find that very off putting - guess I'm a stare at the bottom of the wall girl.
as long as you aren't craning your neck you're fine. You can always video yourself for several moderate reps at like 60-75% and see how it looks for 3-5 reps- you'll know quickly if you need to make adjustments.
There is no perfect spot- I tend to stare further ahead for reps- (more 'base of the wall" if you will) but for my initial set up- my point is about 3-5 feet in front of me... if I'm pulling singles or double reps- I tend to re-align to the 'lower spot,,, just never UP.0 -
The elitefts 'So you think you can..." series is really good IMO
Very good bunch of series and very in depth. Highly recommend them.0
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