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Originally Posted by GreekGodX
Yea, definitely cutting off some circulation in my hands...
Thanks for the video Frank. I'm doing exactly that. Maybe I just need to trust the straps a little more. It's just frustrating because I know I can lift more, especially on deadlifts.
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Deadlifting from the floor with straps is something I wouldn't recommend. I only use straps for rack pulls, rows, etc. That is unless your grip strength is severly underdeveloped or you have some issue (disability) that prevents you from gripping the bar.
One of the main reason I was taught was when you set up for the deadlift, you want to remain tight up top then set up fast then explode. Spending time strapping up on the bar and getting set, takes time you loose the tightness you need and you more often than not do not get your hips low enough, and keep your shoulders back. It ends up turning into a shitty stiff leg deadlift instead.