Eventually I would like to get some video of my lifts up on youtube, then I could post them here so all the vast readers of this blog can criticize my form.
For now, I'm just happy with improving my overall strength. A few months ago I tried deadlifting 235 and I couldnt even get one rep. Last night, I pulled 245 for 5 reps. To me, that's an excellent indicator that the starting strength linear progression program is working.
Another key, at least to improving the deadlift, is improving grip strength. I've noticed a big difference when I use chalk versus not using it. And following Rip's advice, I do all my ramp up sets with a normal overhand grip, no chalk, then switch to one hand over, one hand under, with chalk for the work set. This has worked really well.
Work Sets:
Squat: 3x5 @ 195
Dips: 3x5 @ 40
Deadlift: 1x5@ 245
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