David C
Level 5 Valued Member
Has anyone here used the barbell top-half deadlift for learning and progressing in the barbell DL? In Deadlift Dynamite Pavel recommends starting the DL racks or blocks right below the knee-caps. From that height progress to 225lbs. 5x5, then move progressively to lower rack pins owning the weight at each height until reaching the floor. This is suppose to require less skill and flexibility and teaches to drive the hips. Any thoughts on the effectiveness of this method? Or anyone here with experience using the method?