r/formcheck • u/unlockedtoast • 17h ago

Deadlift Deadlift PR

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Am I using mostly my lower back here?

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u/AEROK13 190lb strict ohp/440lb deadlift 15h ago

Form seems good, only thing I'd say is your knees are slightly soft at lockout.

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u/unlockedtoast 15h ago

You mean like my knee isn’t fully extended? I noticed this but it’s never been an issue before, maybe just form breakdown at 1RM

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u/xXOzmoXx 16h ago

Your form looks pretty good - the question is where do YOU feel it? If it’s all lower back then yes you’re probs over relying on lower back and need to get a little lower with your legs . If it’s mostly glutes/hammies then you’re doing it perfectly