Deadlifting & the mirror

[al420]

If you plan to compete train like you will compete.

Mirrors are worthless. Scotsman is 100% correct.

 

[keasbey]

i look in the mirror because when i do DL i look like im turning into the HULK and thats enough to get me pumped up even more... its really entertaining to see

 

[b fold the truth]

If you plan to compete train like you will compete.

Mirrors are worthless. Scotsman is 100% correct.

I've learned that doing my overhead pressing outside (like we do at most contests) really throws me off. Now I try to do my log press outside and I rotate where I'm standing and facing quite often too.

 

[Blane]

so how many of you deadlift in front of the mirror???

Ive always done that to keep my form in check, head up, butt down- but the new PL guys im training with said thats a big no-no....no mirrors in competition!

any thoughts? do I really have to give up the mirror??

When i pull. all i see is white light. its like my eyes are looking at a bright light. My head is back, and my eyes are pointed straight up.

But on my last rp when im locked out i do peek in the mirror to see the bend in the bar and my body.

I know its ego...but i like it.

The mirror for form.....useless....imo

 

[sflanagan]

Depends on what you are shooting for...obviously if you are going for looks you have that down, but if you want to be lifiting in meets it does hinder a bit...Use the mirror with light weights and good form, then pick spots out on your body, the floor, the ceiling, or wherever, for a frame of reference and lock that in your mind. This will help you know where your at anywhere in your lift when you get to the heavier weight, so you don't jepordize an injury by looking around..hope this helps, since you were asking for advice not critisism....just my .02

reply a little late but new to site so bare with....