Learning to Deadlift | The Starting Strength Method

How to deadlift as taught by Mark Rippetoe in Starting Strength: Basic Barbell Training. In this instructional video, you'll learn the correct positions and movement for the deadlift.
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[@user-wk9hj8zb1v]

It's criminal that this is not the most popular deadlift tutorial on KZbin!

[@rashidabdul-salaam9090]

Indeed. Felony

[@Turnpost2552]

@@rashidabdul-salaam9090 I do declare!!!

[@SPILLINTEA_]

It was the most clear video I found by far!

[@patc1309]

Their squat video is great too

[@AllPainNoGains]

It really is though. This particular video may only have a half million views but if you count all the other videos teaching this exact same method it's probably close to 10 million or more views. Davis Diley and Alan Thrall both have videos teaching the same method with 4.3m and 2.3m views each respectively.

[@TrinityMartin1]

Listen to these cues, DO EVERY STEP, and I promise you that your deadlift will skyrocket over time. I started using their cues 4 years ago when I started barbell training. When I began, I could barely get 135 lbs off the floor without it hurting - tonight I hit an PR of 505 lbs at 44 years old. This WORKS. Same goes for their instructions videos on the squat, overhead press, and bench press. It's the best way to learn, period.

[@muznakhalid1208]

Should there bea straight line from scapula to midfoot?

[@shinobu3817]

That’s awesome man, keep going and stay healthy

[@rexthegamergembox]

i went form 90kg to 180kg in a period of 4 months

[@chrishayes5755]

only issue is it doesn't explain breath work or bracing very well in this video

[@AveMcree]

@@chrishayes5755 yeah true

[@_mayankr]

my notes about this, sharing for the people that like text: 1. stance - toes pointed slightly out (10-30 degrees), normal jump stance. 2. hands - double overhand with thumbs about 1 inch away from your legs. 3. bar should be directly above the midfoot. 4. without lowering the hips or bending the knees, grip the bar. 5. when grip secured, bend knees forward till shins just touch the bar. 6. shove knees out just a little so that they're in contact with elbows 7. squeeze your chest up, look at 15 feet away on the floor. 8. take a big breath, hold it and then drag the bar up your legs vertically up with contact of the legs. 9. go up till arms are straight, chest is up and then lock knees and hips. 10. you can put the bar on the ground at the end of the way down but don't unlock your back till the end of the set.

[@dpg227]

Number 3 should begin with move up closer to the bar until your shins are 1 inch from the bar.

[@hazalkol250]

are you the best person in the world?

[@_mayankr]

@@hazalkol250 i'm just a guy

[@maxtep9102]

Anyone else who can't do step 4 here without lowering the hips? I can't reach the bar with straight legs.

[@dpg227]

@@maxtep9102 I took him to mean that you're not supposed to keep your legs completely straight, just nearly straight with your hips high. You save lowering your hips the rest of the way till when you push your shins forward to meet the bar.

[@iamthelizardking6239]

The true sign of expertise is the ability to explain a task in the most simple manner.rip is such a great coach

[@joshcampen9655]

This is the best video on the channel so far! Not only do the shots look great, but the coverage is fantastic. I hope to see more like this!

[@IRONPOD]

Possibly the best and only video of the deadlift tech you need.

[@rustyblade9366]

Turning the toes out more was an absolute game changer for my deadlift. For some reason, I always deadlifted with toes straight forward, and it made me unable to get into a good possition, and as a result I snapped my back up pretty good one time... but now I deadlift perfectly fine with no pain or discomfort at all, and even heavier weights come flying off the floor right now. Thank you starting strength!

[@gruenwalski8821]

Exactly opposite here. Turning the toes outside make my form worse... But all at all a good tutorial

[@TruthTriumphs786]

How did the back snap? What did you do then to relieve the pain?

[@shitpostinglel]

@@TruthTriumphs786 Super glue

[@MC-wh3xm]

@@TruthTriumphs786 ab wheels

[@Hossak]

Great video! One other thing which helps me is to emphasise that the deadlift is a push with the legs, not a pull with the arms. That way you initiate the deadlift properly with your legs, not with your arms.

[@DPMusicStudio]

Yes! Most people don't realize this! When my strength coach taught me this, it completely changed the game for me. This was the advice that helped me most.

[@michaelthomas1916]

Right! I try to think "push through the floor" to start, and "drive hips between my hands" at the top.

[@Hossak]

@@michaelthomas1916 Definitely - it really helps. Also work on the activation of your glutes and have them so some work for you in the deadlift. That is quite tricky and takes some time to get right. That is why your feet should be at a slight angle for the conventional, again tricky to communicate. To try to get across what I mean do this, stand on a smooth floor in your socks, feet pointing forward. Now squeeze your butt like you are trying to protect your cornhole in a prison shower (seriously hard) and notice that your feet now rotate outward. This activation is what you are aiming to transfer some of the force into the glutes when you deadlift. Same for the squat - good luck!!!

[@michaelthomas1916]

@@Hossak I learned that a while back, and used to do it as a warm up before my first weighted warm up set. It's been a while though. It wouldn't hurt to get back to that now and then. Thanks for the reminder.

[@Hossak]

@@michaelthomas1916 No worries! It took me ages to get my squat form right, especially the activation thing. Now that I have it down pat, it helps a tonne in my work life. I will soon be 52 and have never felt stronger.

[@SumitSharma-vj3zu]

This is the best video I have come across on how to perform the deadlift so far. Step by step all the transitions explained neat and clean. 👏👏👍

[@river3163]

Thank you thank you THANK YOU!!! As a woman trying to figure all this out alone, this is by far the most thorough tutorial I've found. I appreciate this so much!!

[@kornisonkiseli3248]

I'm in exact same position and his videos are a life saver. Tomorrow I try deadlift for the first time.

[@crikeymos22]

This was a brilliant recap after watching every single (and I mean every single) other vid you have made. You Sir are a genius teacher and have helped me come on leaps and bounds with your attention to detail. Can you do a recap like this of all the other lifts? Rip for president.

[@berkaykeklik411]

I can’t believe Rip is speaking like normal people.

[@Doofens]

Hwhat are you implying ?

[@PANZORification]

he needed alot of cocaine to be able talk this fast

[@crikeymos22]

Berkay Keklik a good teacher talks slowly so you can absorb the info properly. He speeded up in this because it’s a recap. Someone’s cocaine comment was funny though.

[@overlord165]

Aww, he thinks he's people

[@lunava5489]

So satirical yet so serious. I LOVE this. Its very informative. Now im looking forward to my next deadlift session

[@payneok]

Great job guys. I can't believe you NAILED this in under 5 min. Great camera angles and Bree never smiles - which we have come to expect. Thank You!

[@1991pavlik]

Absolutely

[@moritz6353]

This is by far the best deadlift tutorial I have ever seen. Watched many tutorials but no one explains it as good as Rip does. Thanks!

[@ryanf4106]

these are some of the best and direct how to videos that ive found so far. great job rip.

[@gtothee5723]

Thank you for such a short direct video I can use regularly

[@AVRJEH]

This is the clearest correct explanation I have heard! This is very useful and informing! Thanks!

[@sydnierenner1144]

I love this video. I played it in my earbuds yesterday to help me correct the form that I’ve apparently been doing wrong for forever! And honestly the assertive coach voice is super motivational too. Thank you guys.

[@red_vibe9984]

The hardest part for me is keeping my back in the right position but I'll get there. Great video!

[@brute633]

You don't need to keep your back completely straight. My deadlift strength skyrocketed once I stopped trying to be super strict with my back.

[@Ms.AnnThrope]

Hinge ONLY at the hip, tighten your core and lats and the entire spine and neck move as one, solid unit.

[@sabn9139]

Use a belt

[@hera-nf8mz]

abundantly clear instructions, spoken calmy and clearly.

[@catchmeintherye2102]

The BEST TUTORIAL on deadlift!!! Thank you !

[@csokilany]

Best instructional video on deadlifts! Thank you for the step by step instructions. Very helpful!

[@jeminpatel5710]

the most perfect tutorial on deadlift ive seen on youtube, going through all the uploads to reimagine my technic

[@martinmunoz4859]

Best instructional video on KZbin! Great photography supports the instructions. Thank you!

[@Tex_155]

Videos like this is why KZbin is such a great resource. Thanks for helping my lift immediately.

[@murthils1847]

One of the best tutorial on deadlifts. Simple & effective.

[@stephensperr1379]

Never too good for the basics. I lost a lot of strength and now I’m back to square 1, and this video was exactly what I needed!

[@willschell4758]

I Watched this when i first got into deadlifting and strength training and every other video was confusing about how to start your backs position, This was the most clear video i have seen by far !

[@sidninja9518]

Rip really do be making us miss the gym 😭😭

[@darrylcalder]

Its been 42 days since my last deadlift. :-/

[@ADEmerson1989]

Rips wife is so lucky.

[@Leanbeefslice]

I couldn’t agree more with the post below mine! This has got to be the BEST DEADLIFT TUTORIAL I HAVE EVER SEEN ON ANY PLATFORM.

[@uraddiictOnx3]

So simple and straightforward!

[@luisas.m.2848]

Thank you ❤ I have been training for the past 3 months and now I feel confident about lifting more and this guide is awesome

[@redzone3171]

This is by far the best explanation I have seen about deadlift

[@pronouncedbeauty6352]

This was so detailed and simple to follow! Thank you for this!! I've been interested for awhile to start lifting but I've been so intimidated.

[@ballhopper]

Great videos with simple to follow instructions!

[@King-O-Hell]

This is really detailed on the mechanics. Great video

[@RizKhan-mz1rj]

Best tutorial, short and to the point, awesome

[@SeabassSeeker]

Perfect explanation....Thank you ! ❤️

[@aaronclements4327]

This is the only video I came across that shows more then one rep. Which is huge, because I was trying to figure out what "touch-n-go" reps looked like compared to "set-n-go". 👏 Bravo

[@Davide-bx3js]

Amazing tutorial, thanks Ripp

[@halimaqford9939]

Yes. I wish I would have came across this video along time ago. Followed the steps and what a difference. Thanks.

[@eternalsunshinebellydancin5184]

Perfectly explained, thank you.

[@mohamedatismail]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you.

[@blakemiller5890]

Great video. Thank you for it being free.

[@jeffreybabino8161]

Great video thanks again for your time and help 🏋️

[@vaishalisingh007]

Best video on deadlift correct technique 👏🏻👏🏻 Nailed It

[@chl1026aaron]

I wanted to say THANK YOU!!!I've been struggling with feeling my glute and maintain a good form for a while when doing deadlift. After watching this video and tried, I finally felt it!! 😭 Life saver! I guess I just forgot how simple it could be!

[@gusriaditasrik6922]

We need more explanation like this. Well done.

[@dope_zero9565]

This video really helped me today..and it was my back day..so I watched this video before going to gym..and guess what..today I hit my new pr with great form😊thank you..❤️

[@yasyas188]

Thank you.

[@clydeeol]

Thanks for this tutorial. Best ever seen

[@NeurogenicMT]

This was VERY helpful! It immediately made a huge positive difference in my deadlift

[@bad689]

This is the first video i’ve seen from the channel, what an outstanding explanation. Sub right away and thank you

[@zerellix]

Thank you. Did some first deadlifts for the first time today. It didn't veel quite right. This makes so much sense and I will implantaten it next time. (I kept the weight really low so no worries and had someone spot me)

[@MokaSkorza42]

This is without a doubt the best video explanation of how to do a deadlift. I have little words to explain how happy I am of finding this channel. 💙

[@caswell62]

Thanks Bree, for that perfect form.

[@raggedy_esh]

Such a great video! Thanks! And I absolutely love the voiceover👍

[@ismaileee]

excellent guide to deadlifting for beginners

[@shapeup9364]

Very helpful instructions, thank you!

[@outlandishprofessor]

Great explanation! Thanks for hammering on "the bar should not move!" And I hope I'm not the only one who loves the dog wandering around in the background.

[@av7852]

very nicely explained. keep it up

[@gainesdominique]

Concise. Thanks. I'ma go practice.

[@teamteatime822]

Thanks!!! This is great . I especially loved the details.

[@bobm2368]

Really useful. Thanks Bob 🇬🇧

[@michaelbrett171]

Thank you man , Good ,solid simple advice .

[@TheMediaMachine]

By far the best video on how to deadlift

[@beskeptic]

Excellent! Better than the old ones

[@IRONPOD]

Maybe the best coach n the world w the 5 Major lifts. Well done Rip.

[@RConYT]

This is useful as a reminder on the queues - hope you can release these for the other compounds.

[@biracialbabes]

I wish I could go to this gym! Great Coach

[@fatimataghipour5460]

This video definitely helped me! I will try these tips tomorrow 😍

[@NeerajSingh-wu4pf]

❤❤❤❤ perfect tutorial for deadlift on the Internet

[@Kristiansullivan]

I am a complete novice. This video is fantastic. Thankyou for making such great sense!

[@rayblazejko6908]

How is your progress. Just watched and never attempted one yet Cheers

[@firefox2150]

Wonderful 😁 Best tutorial ever seen

[@BogardMajeed]

thank you for the tutorial, also amazing quads, god bless 🙏

[@anthonyluisi7096]

“And remember , don’t move the damn bar “ and down should be the opposite of up !! arggghhh !!😂love the bumper mood music 👍🏻

[@NamNguyen-pu2kv]

I have never done a proper deadlift in the past after watching many tutorial videos from different channel and always hurt my back. But now i can confidently say know how to do a proper deadlift after watching this!!!!

[@awabalmahi5196]

This video is realllyyyy good explained everything

[@sharlinlafeuillee7779]

Had to come back to comment....this helped me to deadlift properly!! Thank you!

[@riannaharrison1584]

Thanks for an informative video! 😊

[@danielenyel3542]

I love your voice , from now on I'll listen to your videos before I go to sleep

[@rainboweatingteddy]

Well it took me exactly one year to actually learn the technique after so many failed attempts. I almost gave up but I’m glad I watched this video because I finally figured it out

[@jeffreybabino1411]

Great video thanks 🏋️

[@TeamSparta_official]

Best ever video on deadlift

[@BuildYourOwn]

Great update video!

[@thatnaturalguy_]

Perfect description 👌🏻

[@SoKaizer]

Impressive! This helped me!

[@goldenboy912]

Great video!

[@djzoom1347]

Best tutorial ever!

[@luckyluke9160]

Another awesome video!

[@matthieu1104]

Best tutorial ever.

[@alycebagnath464]

I've always looked at people deadlocking, they make it look effortless and I really want to try it!

[@blackcatsarenopussies]

Best ever explanation.

[@sarahfifita1704]

Thank you!

[@hungryhermit2072]

Good lord this is such a good deadlift tutorial

[@olowasegun6829]

Thnks for the video

[@abhijayskumar7408]

it's very well done

[@jreinb734]

Wow, amazing video! Need more guides like this

[@martybourke2428]

Just lift it

[@letsgo_inc]

Started lifting 2 months ago. I have achieved 5x5 of 185 at 125 lbs body weight. Was taught to point the toes forward, i will now rotate them out. I really do focus on maintaining my back during the lifts but I think this process will make my set-up way more consistent. Saving the video

[@mytimesc]

Thanks Mark Rippetoe 👍