Stop Doing Deadlifts Like This (3 Lifting Mistakes EVERYONE Makes)

[@froggy3496]

Dude that was some crazy improvement for just 3 cues

[@coacheugeneteo]

I was pleasantly surprised 😄

[@tahoehiker]

Details matter

[@johnrobinson4445]

He had good control and discipline. He was just thinking of it - probably - as more of a quad exercise than it actually is. Once corrected, he put the same control to work properly and Bingo. I had trouble with this, too, and Eugene's first cue is the same thing that got me in the right groove: shoulders a bit past the bar, hips a bit higher. The second and third tips are not ones I have heard before and are very valuable. I hope many people see this.

[@jsalas5400]

Dude already had near perfect form. When youre already that at skill level a simple cue is really easy to implement as long as your not strong headed

[@joedorben3504]

Wowwww

[@JensBehrendt-l4s]

For a 3 min bis on yt this nailed it perfectly. No bs, no "like and sub", no overacting - very well done sir!

[@RyanMavilia]

Short and simple with great tips that we can see working in real time. Perfect gym video format!

[@Redmoonblaze]

I have been struggling for several months with my deadlifts always feeling it in my lower back and couldn't figure out why. I tried the cues that you suggested in this video and it made a 1000% improvement! Thank you so much!!

[@coacheugeneteo]

Glad to hear it

[@francismackinnon4736]

That is probably the simplest most complete explanation I've see yet! Thank you

[@hjewkes]

That wedging tip is a new one to me, really interested in trying it

[@j.b.8546]

Same. Seems like a tricky cue...granted I don't have a bar in front of me to try it... I just did Deads several days ago... next time

[@matthewfish2786]

The wedge tip makes absolutely no sense.

[@NCheno]

This is the single best video on this topic i have seen. Tight clean efficient information and a clear transformation in both function but more importantly in the the thinking behind the motion. Thanks!

[@soots-stayingoutofthespotl5495]

Yeah, this is probably the best video I've ever seen on deadlifts too. I mean, we're all there or thereabouts, and many Fitness YT'ers have covered the basics, but I'm all for taking some of it out-of the lower back in the deadlift and making it an 'easier' movement to perform. These are great cues.

[@rolfkristensen3967]

Good communication between the 2 guys and well and simple explained. Thank you both :)

[@owelguitar]

No beating around the bush. Straight to the point.

[@KonradKlemmer]

Extremely good timing on this and I’m very glad I happened upon it. I was in a weird spot wear it felt like RDL was easier than deadlift with the same weight. Hardest part of the set was pulling from the floor to get into position. When I got to 3 sets of 12 on RDL, the next workout I added a little weight and more or less couldn’t pull it from the floor. These cues, especially the hip and shoulder positioning, were the difference between barely doing one and performing multiple sets.

[@MrLarrycastelot]

I am ALWAYS trying to fine tune my movements and this video is BY FAR one of the simplest and greatest breakdowns I’ve witnessed in person or via video! BRAVO!!!

[@tshiota]

Thank you coach. Such good advice, very well said. It's not just the message that ET gives, it's the way that it's conveyed. He says it in a way that can actually be heard. No shaming, very supportive. A true role model in the fitness community.

[@64thReign]

Im gonna need that wedge thing explained in more detail Uncle, im willing to try but i need to understand.

[@sean7269]

Wedging is firmly placing yourself in your starting position and loading all the musculature that you're about to use - If the weight is very light for you, it may even come off the ground (As you can see for Eugene in this video) but when using heavier weights this will force you to adopt good starting position/activation for the movement. Here's a solid video on the subject: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6S1YYtqg6-qp6c

[@jackgude3969]

He pointed out the float when he wedged correctly. Basically as soon as you active everything (core, back, legs) you should comfortably be able to float the bar if you can DL it.

[@mydavegabicycle]

When you're in the correct position and tight, you should feel like you're almost under the weight, just like the wedge is. So much so that the bar may come up. Someone has said that but feeling like you're physically wedged between the weight and the floor is what I'd be going for.

[@matthewfish2786]

It's nonsensical. It doesn't make sense to you because is completely different from how you lift the bar. He even says, "I'm not lifting the bar up," which, of course, is exactly what you are doing.

[@64thReign]

@@sean7269 late but better than never, dang fam thank you for taking the time ill head right away to watch it 💪🙏

[@AstonMartinStig]

Amazing tips, man. Been deadlifting for 15 years yet these 3 tips I did not know about.

[@coacheugeneteo]

Glad to hear it!

[@AstonMartinStig]

@@coacheugeneteo Thank you for being a great example of Asian masculinity. The younger generation sorely needs it.

[@elim9039]

@@AstonMartinStig lol way to make it weird af.

[@WorldKeepsSpinnin]

​@@elim9039nothing weird about saying someones a good role model. I think its more weird that you found that weird.

[@elim9039]

@@WorldKeepsSpinnin yeah bro, but he didn't say he's a good role model, he said he's a great example of "asian masculinity" that the younger generation sorely needs for some reason? wtf lol, it IS weird, and so are you ig.

[@jeremynowak2800]

Thanks for getting to the point so we can remember all that was said and put it together quickly.

[@thewaywardgrape3838]

Probably the most valuable 3 mins to any lifter!

[@TheNumeroUno1]

I'm a beginner, so I made all these mistakes. Certainly the first one I was very guilty of. But I started noticing every video I was watching of competent lifters they had their shoulder blades vertically from the bar, not their shoulder joints, so I started leaning forward more, and that does several things: raises the hips, and help the bar clear the knees better. Certainly the first lift of the set is much improved from this setup. The consecutive lifts tend to sort themselves out easier, without needing conscious setup, it's just natural. Thank you for the video.

[@merk7511]

I’ve been doing it like the before this whole time 😂 can’t wait to try this after work

[@letsgometabolic]

Tried this and could improve up to 20% with this method. My 1 Rmax was 160 Kg and my spinal erectors was crying in pain. I modified my stance like shown in the demo and did not stuck with 160 but could go up to 180. Now I have to work on my leg press-power to come close to 200 or above. Maybe the weight I lift seems light for you but for me with near 62 years its a challenge, tnx

[@MHM452]

Best tutorial on deadlifts I've ever seen. So simple yet all the cues mentioned. I've been having the same issue as him so now I know what to do. Love all your videos 👌

[@ickatabg]

Just came back from deadlifting today and I wish I saw this clip yesterday! So good, thx for the tips!

[@ADbe-me]

Great advice, completely transformed his form! Loved the language of wedging and floating, really paints a picture, and don't forget to take the slack out of the bar and tuck those lats into your pockets!

[@tugul8888]

Excellent coaching and receptive student. 💯💯

[@demikooiman457]

I was in Finland, lapland a few weeks ago. I have a passion for horses and I fel in love with the Finish breed. They are really something else.

[@Junotekh]

Always happy when I see your content in my feed :)

[@coacheugeneteo]

Thank you! 🙏 glad to hear it 🫡

[@ingrimmschboindil1302]

Thats some really usefull advice! Well explained and showcased. Love it!

[@RoscoPColetraneIII]

I suck at deadlift. Your video will helps me suck less. Thank you very much. Best explanation I’ve ever heard, by far. The only thing I didn’t really grasp was the “wedging” at the end. I’ll watch it again several more times. Edit: just watched your other video “5 Steps for a Perfect Deadlift”. Totally understand now. Thank you again.

[@FuriousWeasel-09]

Man thank you, worked with two trainers and they could not explain it like this. Just kept telling me I was doing it wrong. Now I know what to do, I was doing all the same mistakes as this guy.

[@Thegentlegoon]

I’m training for a 25km 1200m elevation gain trail run in 12 weeks time and I’m starting in incorporate deadlifts into my plan. I already know it’s gonna do wonders.

[@Glimbuss]

This actually saved my deadlifts. I could not figure out why my lower back was hurting, but now i do. I did deadlifts for the first time in 2 months and my upper back has never been this sore. And i have zero pain in my lower back!

[@MIDNightPT4]

One of the best demonstrations I’ve seen on deadlifts

[@NhuNguyen-gy6cr]

2:07 was the cue I needed! After years of struggling with my deadlift technique where I would strain so hard to get it up off the floor - it would end up exhausting me before I could even get through the lift. Even though I knew my power and strength was there the whole time! What use to feel like glued weights now shooting up off the floor with less strain. I’ve also adjusted to a slightly narrower stance and it feels incredibly comfortable. Thank you so much! Finally getting over this technique block has me so amped to hit my next PR! Thank you!!!

[@TheBrick534]

That third cue is a PHENOMENAL demonstration on how to actually "pull" a deadlift. I'm using that with my clients, 100%.

[@Greg_In_SoCal]

Way more efficient motion now. Bravo.

[@dw5523]

That’s some stellar coaching.

[@xedxed-1819]

I was here since this channel subs around 200k and now almost 900k wow❤️ way more to go eugene,.. also been rocking gangbaru shirts in my training

[@rodbrakes4189]

Great cues. Simple. To the point.

[@dominickloka9758]

Very interesting. Thanks! I deadlifted yesterday so I'll rewatch this next Saturday before deadlifting again.

[@Liquides11]

The short video's are master. Solid tips for improvement!

[@NikkLiberos]

I'm saving this for sure

[@ernesthow3795]

thanks Eugene! is this exactly what i needed for my mental block since comp is coming up? yessirey

[@wd3650]

Perfect explanation

[@ferryvantichelen6521]

Damn now I want a coach for deadlifts as well. This reminds me a lot of when I had a single one hour session with an ice skating coach after trying to improve by myself for a long time. My body knew al lot of the possible variations because of what I tried on my own before, but the coach pointed out what combination worked the best and I started to feel like I was flying. It was a lot of fun!

[@Waggadudewagga]

Thanks, Eugene! Great cues, really.

[@martinklein2201]

Thanks very much. I had the same struggles as that guy. Now I know how to fix it.

[@tyler-johnconstable2003]

That wedge tip is epic!

[@May-D97]

Very, very interesting, thanks 👍

[@Alvaro_Athletics]

The best way I can describe what he did is like using the bar to set your body tight before the pressing, I am not sure who I got this cue from but it helped a ton “feel the bar heavy in your hands”

[@Clluthu]

I feel as though it is a bit easier with a little more heavier weight as there is no resistance to "wedge" into.

[@Said_himself]

Very informative. And very simple to understand especially the last part... Wedging

[@jjimena263]

YOO that was so smooth and clean

[@donjuco242]

Saw this vid last week. Try it out. And holy shinto. My lower back hasn't been screaming even felt stronger Very strange how such low cues can make a huge difference. I used to hate dls now I'm sort of coming back to them. Great content!,

[@metamentality9818]

Thank you

[@Palpac]

Just had a quick try, definitely felt the pressure come off my back.

[@nihalwbap]

Love to see the Eugene Teo uploaded a video" Notification. Every single time. Because you know he will tell you things nobody else will.

[@coacheugeneteo]

🫡

[@ckPinson-n4j]

Accidentally watched this in Auto play and it was the most informative explanation of how to properly deadlift

[@anuragnayak6037]

Absolutely great

[@jamarwashington6419]

Its tips like this that remind me im right to want more tips on all the exercises im doing. Just being jacked dont mean you understand the exercise & best form to avoid pain & injury. Stay learning folks & salute, great video!

[@coacheugeneteo]

🫡

[@_samurai00]

Tnx! Next back day is gonna be awesome!

[@alb.1911]

Thank you.

[@VCh4r]

top notch info 10/10

[@DavidWaker]

This was a really helpful video! Thank you so much for the quick tips!

[@coacheugeneteo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ForHonorUSMC]

That was fantastic, and innsuch a short time. I probably would have added: -Take his gaze up about 3 inches -Slightly retract those shoulder blades a touch -And transfer some tension out of the legs by slightly bending the arms to initiate bicep tension -Root more thoroughly in the feet by spreading the feet in the shoes

[@Zaen89]

This is really usefull. I feel the same tightness in my lower back

[@Proxxy-Gaming]

Im new to exercise thank God for youtube ive hurt myself once already trying deadlifting. Video helped but I think imma need to go to the gym and get someone to actually walk me though it one on one because I know I start right but by rep 3 form is gone and my brain short circuits all I can think about is the hinge and I forget everything else

[@jimaiello7120]

Thoughts on the bang, stop, lift at the bottom that I see all the time in the gym now instead of the 'old school' tap and go? When you bang, stop, lift you relieve tension on the muscles and tendons increasing the chance of a bad reposition and possible injury in the next lift. If you remain with full tension at the bottom with a light 'tap' on the floor, you are slowing as you get to the floor with more control and more time under tension, increasing growth and reducing the chance of injury.

[@guycollishaw1957]

1:37 Chest up and pull back... It can't be understated how horrifically bad that cue is, sadly some 'gurus' teach it and I fell for it when I first started deadlifting, even though it never felt right.

[@narendrauzumaki4973]

Same man

[@mikiib4117]

You made me want to deadlift again!

[@bagheera3008]

As someone who just tweaked her back deadlifting yesterday… this video has come in handy

[@Watk72]

I have been deadlifting like the way you showed him for years and was told I was wrong, but it always felt good and there was no pain and every time I tried it with the butt and thighs parallel to the floor it hurt like hell!

[@9MindGrandKuwsh]

I hate deadlifts. So, obviously based on the instruction I was doing them wrong. Because my lower back is always tight after. Im inspired to go get some DL gainz. Good video!

[@jonsusc100]

This is all perfectly correct

[@abdalla4425]

nice, I like that cue: shoulder blade over bar. I know that I should "squat" the bar when I deadlift but I feel like my hips are too low but I don't want to raise them too high either. I'll try this cue to get that sweet spot.

[@adammiller9179]

Do you mean *shouldn't "squat"?

[@marken816]

Yeah you should not squat the bar. Push your feet through the floor and stand up from the starting position.

[@dylanb5724]

I could have used this video 5 years ago lol 🤣🤣 awesome stuff🙌🙌

[@localppc242]

Yep, learn hip hinge and the kettlebell deadlift/swing.

[@MisterMurhl]

massive improvement

[@ardaamn]

Amazing tips for a 4 minute video

[@jackandrews7821]

These cues are huge, how is it in all the content I've watched this is the first ive heard them. I think the combination of these 3 cues would have saved my lower back sprain.

[@boscoblack]

For most people, they drive the hips so much forward that they end up contracting their lumbar paraspinals, also another cause of tightness.

[@LennyTwo-o7q]

GD eugene you are the man, v helpful

[@jayhooks6031]

One should make sur that before you initiate the lift, make sure that one takes the slack out of their back. Keep the core nice and taut to avoid back injury.

[@youteubakount4449]

I'm not sure I understood the wedging. Should you do it or not?

[@kavan3]

I still get confused on the driving force of getting the bar off the ground. Should I be pushing my legs into the ground almost like I’m trying to get out of the bottom range of a squat or just purely “standing upright” by my moving my upper body and hinging my hips forward simultaneously? Or is it a combination of the two together?

[@spontaneousbootay]

best tips ever

[@raymondtj929]

Hey I have ankle mobility issues. Tend to feel falling forward doing Deadlifts. Any fix on it ?

[@FabbaC]

Is this the same structure/process if using a hex bar?

[@coacheugeneteo]

Yup!!

[@marshallrichardson3207]

I’ve found that if you ensure your shins are against the bar at the start and you see your hips half way between your shoulders and knees in a mirror ahead of you, your body is in the #1 Tip position he listed.

[@pumapants4493]

Damn .. I need to try these cues when I’m deadlifting

[@RockyBilbao21811]

its what you learn at first in Olympic Weightlifting . Pulling Posture for the Snatch & Clean. Shoulder over the bar.

[@gunfighterdrummer]

I just like listening Eugene talk, I gotta be honest.

[@Virtually-Real]

I'm not too sure I understand the wedge. I think it's similar to like opening a book cue I learnt years ago?

[@danfoley1429]

3 very good tips to turn a "deadsquat" into a deadlift. I would add (4) set the back, especially his lower back by thinking push your belly between your thighs and (5) look more forward about 12 feet in front versus hunched over at the neck looking down.

[@SKINNY_BRUH]

He has the perfect built for squats

[@steve00alt70]

Even me lifting only 90kg I'm forward enough as a habit of preparing before lifting the bar, as prep is a make or break your form, your lats, breath all need to be in check before lift. Its not a squat stance. Very technical.

[@BaldKiwi117]

His original dl looks like a clean pull

[@GreenKnight1294]

What am I supposed to do if I want a deadlift form that focuses on training the legs?

[@davespare1674]

10 seconds and he makes this monster a more powerful monster. I can't see things when I watch ppl like this. Buddy asked me to critique his form and I'm like ummm I don't fuckin know

[@owlwithwhiplash8568]

How do you guys avoid banging your knee caps on the pull when you’re supposed to keep the bar as close as you can to your body?

[@AR-nb1iv]

Why does he not look straight forward ? his head is bent downwards . is that good form ?

[@Aliens-Are-Our-Friends2027]

Saved a life in 3mins