We spend a lot of time discussing how best to approach more cardio-oriented exercises, things like running, swimming, and cycling. But we understand that those activities, as well as various sports that may entail similar cardio work, will not be everybody’s cup of tea. Some people prefer to put weightlifting at the center of their fitness.
If you fall into this category, then you’re going to want to execute lifting motions in the safest way possible, and one of the most difficult lifts to get right is the deadlift. In order to make the most of this type of exercise, you need to be precise in your motions. If you’re off the mark by even the slightest, you not only could fail to reap the benefits of the deadlift, but you could be setting yourself up for a serious injury down the line. To avoid this detrimental situation, consider the tips included in a recent report from Stack.
Just like with other workouts, you’ll want to engage in the proper stretching prior to executing the lift. But whereas a running exercise will see you taking part in basic stretches where your body remains prone, stretching is where you can interject some motion into your weight lifting exercise. The report linked to above highlights the importance of squats and other stretches that require you to move prior to lifting heavy sets of weights.
Because you’re taking on so much weight in such a dynamic way, you also will want to pay attention to the way you breathe when you find yourself in the deadlift. As you’re lifting, you should begin breathing out. When you get to the apex of the movement is when you can take in more air.
Breathing in this manner also helps you to set your body into the position that you ideally want it to be in. For instance, it will help you to keep your back straight while you’re enduring the lift. Back placement is going to be important during the deadlift, as leaning too far back or forward can compromise the stability you’re seeking to achieve. The added strain this will create could force you to endure significant lingering pain once the lift is done, and if some part of your back is thrown out while you’re in the middle of the lift, the injury could be quite severe. Instead, try to keep your back straight.
Helping you to keep your back in place is not getting into the habit of squatting. Realize that the deadlift is different from a squat. When you start in a squat formation, you’re setting yourself up for potential injury.
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