Today is a big day for Barbell Rehab, as we have our first guest article! This article was written by Ben Geierman, SPT, CSCS, and I think he NAILED IT. ...
You Don't Need to Toe Touch to Deadlift Safely
Recently, I became engaged in a discussion about utilizing the toe touch as a screen to safely perform the deadlift. The rationale goes like this: In order to safely perform ...
Stop Fearing Spinal Flexion
The hip hinge is one of the most beneficial movement patterns any lifter should master. It enables one to safely and efficiently lift heavy loads off of the ground. However, ...
Stop Squatting Your Deadlifts!
While the squat may be considered the "king" of all exercises by some, the deadlift sure isn't a walk in the park. There's just something so primitive about picking up ...
Back Soreness After Deadlifts...Is It Normal?
The deadlift is one of the most technical barbell lifts, and there are many factors that can contribute to soreness in your lower back the next day. If you are ...