RX'D Radio E7: The Deadlift: Technique, Programming and Purpose
Feb 20, 2017
A lively comparison of powerlifting, CrossFit, and Olympic-style deadlift approaches. They break down programming choices like percentages, RPE and periodization. Technique contrasts cover high‑rep touch-and-go versus single maximal pulls and how setup, hips and quads change the lift. Listeners hear why training should match the competition goal and how deadlifts transfer to cleans and varied testing demands.
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Program Deadlifts With Purpose
- Program deadlifts with a planned progression of volume and intensity rather than random heavy pulls.
- Use inverse relationships (lower volume, higher intensity) and consistent schemes to peak for a meet.
Use Percentages Or RPE, But Track Progress
- Use percentage-based schemes or RPE but track progress consistently to ensure overload transfers to your max.
- Treat sets as singles when preparing for a one-rep max and adjust volume schemes over weeks.
Train Strength And Work Capacity
- Train both maximal strength and high-rep work because CrossFit tests random demands from heavy singles to many reps after runs.
- Vary cycles so you maintain strength while improving work capacity for events like deadlift ladders.