So I can get the deadlift UP..

[bishonen]

What this all boils down to, is this: how important are negatives while deadlifting?

The sticky on the powerlifting board doesn't even mention letting the bar down, and I'm confused.

I don't like making lots of noise in the gym, so I try and set the bar down slowly and in control. Of course, after I hit the top of the lift, my form is shot and I'm hunched over pretty badly while I'm setting it down slowly.

Should I not worry and set it down quickly? Should I have a spotter help on the negatives? Should I set it down and try and keep my form intact? Should I go lighter? Should I get ready to be flamed?

Danke!

(I did set a 'personal record' of 195 today. Of course, it was the first time I'd tried!)

 

[Haz]

Good question Bishonen, I've been wondering the same thing myself. I also try and set it down quietly, but that can tough near the end of my workout when I've got nothing left. Might want to try posting the same question on the powerlifting board.

 

[Hannibal]

There is no negative to a deadlift??

Once you lock it out...game over...drop that shit. However, if they frown on that at your gym....find another gym.

 

[b fold the truth]

I don't drop my bars...not at all. If I break mine...I have nothing to replace it with.

Hannibal: the videos that I have seen of you doing deadlifts...you didn't drop them either.

B True

 

[Arioch]

Well, just set in down in a controlled manner. I really should have mentioned this. One of the most common problems is that people round even more when setting the bar down. Do not do this. Concentrate on maintaining your arch, but there is no real need to fry your back doing any slow tempo eccentric.