We all like to take a certain amount of pride in doings things right. However, let me assure you, even the smartest, most dedicated trainees make lots of mistakes on an ongoing basis. That’s why even the best athletes have coaches. In fact, the better you are, the more important it is to have a skillful coach - someone who’s been down the road you’re traveling and who can point out the various obstacles along the way. Allow me to be your coach for a moment…

So I know you're already thinking, how in the heck can a person do deadlifts in a seated position? Easy! You just need something to sit down on...

But first, what's the point of doing deadlifts in a seated position? Well, this is an especially useful exercise when you want to directly train the lower back for the top half of the deadlift. If you have trouble with the lockout portion, this is a great exercise to work at.