Fix Your Deadlift Form: Back Extension vs Flexion

[@rishabhlingwal2988]

I really wish we had such gifted coaches here in India. You are amazing, even through this video I can understand what to do. Thanks for so much knowledge, I would pay just for this video.

[@BarbellLogic]

Thanks for the kind words. I am sure that in the not-too-distant future they'll be coaches like this in India (and I'm sure there are some good coaches in India, the problem is identifying who is a good coach and who isn't). Good luck!

[@rishabhlingwal2988]

So much explanation and such good cues are hard to find, especially in countries where we don't have a lot of knowledge and meaningful experience and expertise in this field.

[@BarbellLogic]

@@rishabhlingwal2988 Well, thank you for the kind words.

[@hobomctavish9707]

Cheers Niki. Great advice. Love you Barbell Logic 😊

[@sirlosealot8629]

Is this how you want to protect your back for dumbell rows as well? This video was very helpful. The gold pants were a bit too shiny, a little distracting but very educational video. Thank you!!! 👍🏼

[@BarbellLogic]

Yes on the rows

[@housecatsports]

I had to watch this twice because I was distracted by those kettlebells.

[@dreamrider2956]

Excellent training session.. I've learned some queues that I'll be applying.. Thank you.

[@BarbellLogic]

Thank you for tuning in :)

[@gordonmatthew1132]

Excellent instructor.

[@BarbellLogic]

Thanks for watching, and thanks for the kind words!

[@MacDaddyNumber1]

Awesome video and information. Thank you for this content!

[@BarbellLogic]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching.

[@olgajimenez3713]

Excelente video. Thanks

[@BarbellLogic]

Gracias. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@patrickemmerechts6054]

Thank you .

[@BarbellLogic]

Thanks for watching & commenting.

[@vinamraagnihotri8145]

Thats the reason of my back pain during deadlift

[@I_dont_even_work_out]

those are some shiny leggings

[@ilyadepagewood5258]

I tried to click the lynx but it bit my hand off 😟

[@hectorbrizuela6214]

Am i the only one who finds her voice quite relaxing?

[@RandomGuy5993]

Yay Nicki...ur dope af. Great explanation!

[@kaganas_edits7551]

Can u make a video plz on uneven elboew while squating?

[@0Fallen0]

What are your thoughts on thoracic rounding on deadlift? I saw powerlfters doing it and I tried it on my (conventional) deadlift and it feels way more natural for me... I find it easier to maintain lumbar extension

[@BarbellLogic]

If you do it with lumbar extension, it's okay. Matt has discussed this in the podcast in the past paired with very narrow stance, toes out more.

[@BryonLape]

So this is where Niki is these days.

[@BarbellLogic]

We're really lucky to have her!

[@havock901]

Love you Nicky!!!

[@like2ROLL]

Is squatting and deadlifting that dangerous? What if I'm not moving the exact way you recommend? I hope I'm not putting myself in danger.

[@BarbellLogic]

It looks like you're doing a fine job of setting and holding your extension during deadlifts, so I wouldn't worry about it too much :) Keep up the good work!

[@like2ROLL]

Thanks for taking the time to check them out!

[@sranradojcic4788]

Do you set it the same way for squats or do you just arch the upper back and brace the abs for squats?

[@BarbellLogic]

Yes. We say "arch" because people tend to start rounded and saying "arch" gets it flat, so you want a flat back (spine in normal anatomical extension) not a hyperextended back. Because the squat starts in a standing position, it's much easier to start in the right position. 2 points of difficulty (some people round their upper back as they get the bar in the right position, hence "proud chest" ; the other thing is some people round their lower back near the bottom - this often happens if people go way below parallel

[@nicolasalonso1207]

What about protracting the scapula, and then squeeze the chest up, I feel that Ive got more tension through my thoracic extension . What’s your take on that ?

[@BarbellLogic]

We cover the difference between shoulder retraction and thoracic extension in the video - they're not the same thing even though *some* thoracic extension usually comes with shoulder retraction. It's best to work on thoracic extension using the tips and cues we showed here.

[@adampetherick6266]

Thank you for your knowledge I think it's great A Woman it's knowledgeable going to apply your method next back session I think it is sexy a woman is very knowledgeable

[@Rocky69-i3u]

Niki is still hotter and more gorgeous than those 21 year old influencer who only share their booty pics.

[@snakeeyes20a]

Nice leggings

[@strongestfan9823]

Your leggings are the same colour as my akula

[@BarbellLogic]

Are we talkin' watches or choppers? (GTA reference to anyone who games) ;)

[@michaelgreen5419]

Had to dislike this, no woman tells me what to do.

[@Seekjustice125]

Lolol

[@Terence.McKenna]

Chad

[@outlawz1089]

Why is some irrelevant music being played in the background ?

[@samuelsmith7309]

If you are in extension, does that inherently mean there is some level of anterior pelvic tilt? And if so, is that alright? This is something I feel like I’ve gotten conflicting opinions on, with some saying your pelvis should be tucked slightly under at the beginning of the dead lift, but then how are you suppose to be in extension in the lumbar spine?

[@aavila1206]

Best demonstration and explanation of back extension I’ve seen from strength coaches

[@willwyatt7023]

@goggles789 Then why do so many people, (I'm looking YOU, Crossfitters!!!!) do it wrong?

[@TDZone70]

Yes, she really breaks down each step. A lot of videos skip these things.

[@skandalbanker]

This is Gold!😀

[@BarbellLogic]

This comment is gold.

[@twistedlvl50]

Less talk more deadlift

[@BarbellLogic]

WE have a video on how to deadlift: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3Yd2CqbtRkd68 This one is about your spine and proper extension.

[@midnull6009]

He lost his form on the way down. Curved his back.

[@BarbellLogic]

Good luck with your training