12/21/11

3 sets:
8-10 DB Bench Press
15 Heavy KB Swing

AMRAP 15 min:
9 Deadlift (Barbell or Kettlebell)
12 Hand Release Pushup
15 Box Jump

Cash Out:
3x20 Partner Leg Throws

Great job on the deadlifts this morning! Here's the video I promised! As it turns out, there are a LOT of terrible deadlift videos out there, so it took some digging.

This video is an excellent example of very good form, but there are a couple of things I'd point out to the deadlift newbie. She's going for a max effort, so you'll notice her hips rise just a little early, and her back doesn't stay perfectly flat. This is normal at max loads, but something you want to avoid at the lighter loads we used this morning. She also uses a mixed grip (one overhand, one underhand) - again, this is really useful at max and near-max loads, but keeping the grip overhand as long as possible helps to build grip strength.

Keep your eyes open for more on our facebook page - I'll keep digging around for more good deadlift info. ~Addi

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