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mirabiledic2 t1_jc58pc9 wrote

Dead lift plateau is a smart move. At face value, looks as though you’re not overdoing increases so as to allow your muscularskeletal durability of your lower back to improve, which takes longer.

Could also be because your forearms are feeling more taxed with the heavier weight? If that’s the case, Sarcev’s priority principle, where you exercise a given movement when freshest, might be a suggestion. Additional forearm work can also be a big help, with or without grip wraps.

Congrats on the progress so far.

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cX1s OP t1_jc5fizn wrote

I feel like the plateau is largely back-limited. It has the least data points because I held back on pushing it until I got a lifting belt. As far as I can tell, my grip is fine, not a limiting factor (I have chalk but rarely feel the need to use it). Sitting at 335 right now, but planning on going for 335 tomorrow, and if it feels okay might try for 345/355. Will see.

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wanmoar t1_jc5i2vy wrote

Do you do any accessory back exercises? Reverse Hypers etc will help strengthen the back for dead’s

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wanmoar t1_jc5i3f3 wrote

Do you do any accessory back exercises? Reverse Hypers etc will help strengthen the back for deads

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