Are Deadlifts Bad for Your Back? - Episode 53
🎙️ Episode 52:
“I do go to the gym, but I don’t do deadlifts, I know they’re bad for my back.” Chris hears this in the clinic regularly, and in this episode, he wants to challenge it.
The fear around deadlifts is completely understandable, but the belief that they’re dangerous might actually be leaving your back more vulnerable, not less.
In this episode, Chris covers:
- Why the fear around deadlifts is so common, and where it usually comes from
- Why pain after a deadlift doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve caused damage
- The concept of load tolerance, and why it changes everything
- Why avoiding the movement might be creating a bigger risk down the line
- How to introduce deadlifts safely, step by step, even if you’ve had a bad experience in the past
- When to seek professional guidance before getting started
Whether you’ve been avoiding deadlifts for years or you’re just nervous about starting, this episode will give you a clearer, more confident picture of what the evidence actually says.
Free Strength Training Masterclass: https://nevertoooldtolift.com/masterclass
Free Never Too Old to Lift eBook:
https://nevertoooldtolift.com/ebook
Paperback version of Never Too Old to Lift from Amazon https://geni.us/ntotlbook
Stronger for Life Course & Community – https://nevertoooldtolift.com/course
See me for an in-person physiotherapy appointment
https://christileyphysiotherapy.com/
Episode 002 Strength Training 101: The Real Way to Build Muscle After 50
Episode 009 The 7 Essential Movement Patterns Every Older Adult Should Master
Episode 031 – Forget Preventing Falls, Start Preparing For Them
Disclaimer: Information provided is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program.
This video and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I will receive a small commission from any purchase at no additional cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to continue making videos. Thank you for the support! I am not paid by any companies to review or sell products; all views are my own. However, as an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
