Use the Skater Squat as a Deadlift Alternative
Master the skater squat, an single leg alternative variation to the deadlift. Here are variations, regressions, and programming tips.
2018 World's Strongest Man Totals 2,425 in Powerlifting Competition
Overall, Hafþór Björnsson fared pretty well in Thor's Powerlifting Challenge, which is the top strongman competitor's first-ever powerlifting competition.
Why Deads Are Overrated
If you want full back development, you’re going to have to stop focusing on the deadlift.
My Hateful Eight
In honor of Tarantino’s most recent big-screen release, I’ve decided to release my own Hateful Eight: the eight exercises and training modalities that make me shudder with anxiety, angst, and downright hatred.
WATCH: Team Elitefts Training and Coaching at The Powerlifting Experience
When weekend seminars at the S4 Compound come to a close, everyone in attendance leaves with a renewed determination for self-improvement. We have harnessed this motivation for you.
Chained Rack Deadlifts with Iso-tension
John Meadows performs a set of chained rack deadlifts with iso-tension.
Science of Lifting: Capturing a Buckled Spine in Real Time
When a coincidental injury occurs in a well monitored lab study, it’s definitely something to write home about.
Elitefts™ Deadlifts off Mats with Chains
Elitefts.com™ Team members Dave Tate, John Meadows, and Dr. Ryan Smith perform Deadlifts off Mats with Chains
Tuggin’ Tips: Advice on Deadlifts that Changed My Life
Few things in life mimic the feeling of a new deadlift PR.
Strategies and Techniques to Motivate Your Female Athletes in the Weight...
As coaches, how can we get our female clients and athletes excited about lifting weights?
Dimel Deadlifts
This exercise helped Matt Dimel increase his squat from the mid-800’s to over 1000 pounds in a two-year period.
If You Won’t Take the Medicine, Don’t Ask for the Prescription
Imagine going to the doctor to get attention for an illness, receiving a drug prescription from the doctor, and tearing it up and throwing it in his face because you don’t take prescription drugs.
Minimal Equipment, Maximal Results—Barbell Training
There’s nothing more functional than training with barbells.
Rickshaw Box Dead Lift
The Rickshaw is a devise originally designed for strongman training for different lifts and walks.