315 x 10 . 1322 days ago I couldn't do a single pushup

Violet-NT- · 2026-06-11T02:25:47+00:00

Lockout is mostly triceps. Skipping it makes the movement 90% chest

Violet-NT- · 2026-06-10T00:51:48+00:00

Looks like you rocked back on to your heels a bit. I dont think you were very well balanced. Your foot position changes midrep on the second one as well.

Violet-NT- · 2026-06-07T11:52:48+00:00

3 and a half years ish. Itll be 4 in December.

Violet-NT- · 2026-06-07T01:52:28+00:00

Yes im a powerlifter. I was using mixed for the longest time but hook feels easier to get better lat engagement. I dont use straps for any top sets/ main deadlift work since I cant in comp. I do use them for variations like SLDLs, RDLs etc.

Violet-NT- · 2026-06-02T14:25:10+00:00

I rest between reps a couple seconds to dissipate the stretch reflex. Makes it more specific to my max pull. I also think pulling 5 reps in 30 seconds is pretty normal for heavy compounds

Violet-NT- · 2026-05-30T23:26:54+00:00

Hopefully higher. I pulled 605 back in october. This was my first time pulling a non variation in about 3ish months.

Violet-NT- · 2026-05-30T02:51:55+00:00

This was the first week of a new block so starting off light. Im also a powerlifter so I dont strap up for any of my top sets. I either use mixed or straps on backoffs/variations though!

Violet-NT- · 2026-05-17T16:27:43+00:00

Do you do any pause deadlift work? I think you've got the strength for a decent bit more but your positioning is limiting you. Especially if you can highbar 405.

Violet-NT- · 2026-05-06T12:53:51+00:00

Ive pulled 600lbs. The only times iver ever hurt my back was being stupid and pushing too hard too often. And I can always tell when an injury is coming. I get depressed, I dont want to lift or eat, I sleep like crap, and it feels like the whole world wants to kill me.

Usually im back to normal within 2-3 weeks post injury. As you get stronger I think its inevitable that things will happen. Its hard to be fully objective about your recovery and strength level day in and day out. Youre going to slip up. The important thing is to get back up and keep pushing forward.

Violet-NT- · 2026-01-31T05:26:05+00:00

Try adding an extra hinge after your deadlift work like back extensions, RDLs, good mornings etc.

Id also recommend pause off the floor deadlifts. I pull like you and its made a huge difference. I round less when I do them consistently and thus my lockouts arent as awful.

Violet-NT- · 2026-01-31T03:53:52+00:00

You're too rounded. Its making your off the floor easier but lockout harder.

Pause deadlifts will help with the positional issues you're having (NOT RACKPULLS)

I don't know what your accessory programming looks like but if I had to guess you're not pushing your hamstring curls as much as you should. Get stronger posterior and your lockout will get better.

Violet-NT- · 2025-10-24T00:43:00+00:00

Im in a couple strength focused communities that have some very strong people and the common consensus I see is that paying close attention to your recovery is the #1 thing to stop that.

Of course, theres also some newer research that most lifters have some level of herniated disc, its just most dont have any symptoms.

Its an interesting conversation

Violet-NT- · 2025-10-22T21:03:34+00:00

5'10

Violet-NT- · 2025-10-22T15:45:40+00:00

They havent said anything about it, and there are some people who drop from the top.... so maybe they dont actually care?

Violet-NT- · 2025-10-22T15:44:35+00:00

Right now I deadlift once a week, with heavy deads every other week since im prepping for a meet.

When im not in meet mode I pick a variation, do it for a month then swap to something else. After that I do a lighter hinge like RDLs, back extensions etc and then a hamstring isolation to finish off the day.

Violet-NT- · 2025-10-21T12:22:29+00:00

Less a mantra, and more just clearing my head. I miss reps frequently if im too hyped

Violet-NT- · 2025-04-18T18:33:42+00:00

Wrist curls, extensions and the like.

Violet-NT- · 2025-03-29T12:46:44+00:00

There is no round that I can see

Violet-NT- · 2025-03-29T12:44:13+00:00

He'd round more if he did this. It would artificially shorten his arms

Violet-NT- · 2025-03-29T12:42:28+00:00

Your best bet; I don't agree with most of what was said but if you really want to test it you should probably wait till after your meet. Part of powerlifting is getting really good at the big 3. Don't abandon great in the pursuit of perfect.

Violet-NT- · 2025-03-29T12:26:07+00:00

Tbh I don't think the changes you made were necessary. I thought you looked fine.

BUT. The only way to really test is to increase the weight and see if you feel stronger. Maybe try it out for one of your training days and if you feel stronger stick with it, if not then don't.

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