Everybody talks about the benefits of pulling sumo, but I have to say as a person with long limbs and a short torso that even if I practiced sumo for a ridiculous amount of time, I will always pull more conventionally. Your individual bone structure plays a huge role in choosing your deadlift stance.
Nostradingus Yes, but you should pull conventional because sumo will get you GREAT carry over, even if your sumo is way less then your conventional, it will make your conventional go up.
I can't speak for others, but for me I don't think sumo is a accessory for the squat or conventional. I am personally much stronger at sumo than conventional, but it is really hard on my hips and groin so I only pull sumo once every two to three weeks. I focus on snatch grip deads and stiff legs to build my sumo. I just feel personally sumo fucks with my squat to much to us it as an accessory.
Bulking dude Yeah especially if you squat with alot of hips, it will mess with your other lift that uses the same muscles there is no question about it.
By far the best video on Sumo! He teaches concept, setup and execution in less than 3 mins vs the 20+ min other videos out there on the Sumo Deadlift. Great vid!
As I write this, I'm watching this video as I'm in the gym, learning how to sumo for the first time. I'll start light, as you recommend. Very educational; thanks very much!
From my point of view Larry truly knows what he's talkin' about. This particular day I trained exactly the same exercise; it's amazing how much your legs - hamstrings - need to focus on that fast-schock movement when you go up. And I just find myself enjoying' this exercise. Thanks a lot for showin' us all those tips you mentioned.
This is how I deadlift been doing it for years. I am 6'3 and this lift actually saves a lot pf wear and tear on my back. On some jobs when heavy lifting is required they teach you wide stance back straight. Sumo style helps you maintain your center of gravity better and you use more of your legs rather than your back but sumo is not for everyone.
I agree. Im 17 and have been working out for 3 weeks now. I tried sumo first time today and when i failed a normal 130 kg deadlift i went straight for sumo and got it up quite easy. Idk if its because i have very long legs and arms with a short torso but it just felt reqlly nice
At my high school, they pretty much make us do sumo deadlift or trap-bar deadlift. Very rarely will we be assigned to do a normal conventional deadlift. Sumo deadlift has worked great for me so far, and I recommend any lifter to try it out.
I always do a sumo deadlift with a straight back as it is much easier on my back. 90% of the videos on you tube emphasize bending forward to execute the movement. This video validates what I'm doing is still effective. Thank You for posting...👍🙏
This is one of the best videos I’ve seen on sumos, this is how I do them but many videos I’ve seen on TH-cam the body isn’t kept as upright and looks more similar to a conventional deadlift in terms of how the back looks. Good to see this version though as I think this takes the weight off the back
Thank you for this video. My form was shit and I was stuck around 450 max on deadlift 485 conventionalI could 15 rep 405 but my max just wasn't improving. My hamstring was also hurting every deadlift session Realized something must be wrong. Took 2 weeks off and saw this video. Went to the gym a week ago and hit 500. Never knew my form sucked so bad but after one video I increased my max 50 lbs due to my form. Deadlifted again today and pulled 500 for a triple... once again. Thank you for this video. On my way to a new goal of a 600 lb deadlift
Thanks so much. Conventional deadlift I couldn’t do correctly no matter how much I watched videos and trained it. I still haven’t got sumo down perfect but I’m repping more weight and it’s so much better on my back. Only difference is my sticking point went from getting off the floor to locking it out at the top
Played this video during my ME deadlift session instead of music and PR'ed. I cannot thank Larry and this channel enough for helping me break a plateau. The simultaneous breathing and tension stopped me from yanking and falling forward. His elaboration on feeling partial tension before the lift greatly improved my start.
he's definitely telling you some real wisdom by not rushing it..... once you get injuries you're not the same... work it up slow and gradual nothing will stop you
I came back to this vid 11 months later and i decided to sumo deadlift a week ago and surprisingly ive been doing everything he said well except the HUGE breath. Natural lifters instinct can save you sometimes haha
Great video and great advice , thank you very much , this has helped me immensely in getting the lift right enabling me to lift heavy with proper form and minimal risk of injury
@@ryansisco2492 my body type is completely wrong for conventional, my is completely horizontal in my deadlift set up which makes it really difficult for my back
my lower back is a bit messed up from spending my teens sitting all the time and working as a taxi driver so this really spares my lower back from conventional(yes i keep my back straight i've had competitive lifters comment that it's fine but it just ain't right for me)
Just watched Dan Green's video, he mentioned 3 common sumo mistakes one of them is hip(sit back too mch)too low which is exactly what he's doing in this video.
I used to pull sumo all the time or I'd cycle between sumo and conv just to work on both but this year I noticed my conv lift started to smoke my sumo. So now I just keep pulling conv it got me into the 400 club 😊
bluex610 Im 6,2 and regular deadlift never felt right because my knees where always in the way. So ive been doing sumo pretty much since I started lifting
Bart Kwan I noticed that with Larry's sumo, his quads are just about parallel to the floor, yet other instructors from other videos showcase a more (higher) 30-45 degree bend between the knees and the hips. How do you determine which is ideal? experimentation? Are there pros and cons to these varying stances? Thanks
The Electrocist I assume it all comes down to hip mobility and being able to get into a position were his quads are parallel to the floor and I would also think that limb lengths come into play aswell as stance width to get your quads parallel to the floor.
I use way too much lower back in conventional deadlift and I am not really properly using my legs, do you guys think doing sumo deadlifts will help me improve my leg activation and concentrate more on my legs just by the nature of the motion ? Please help!!
Bart Kwan Why is he using straps? Does he do all his training with straps until peaking for a meet? I've seen a lot of pro's using straps, but than read the exact opposite
one more thing , regular/ conventional reall pulls me forward im a really big upperbody and smaller shorter legs , so conventional allways was a fight to not get pulled forward , sumo keeps my back straight and center of gravity is allot more center
Should I be feeling a twist in my knee? I feel my thighs point forward and my shins point out at the lock out stage. Thus my knee feel like it’s twisting and feels unnatural.
I have to be flat on the bench and go straight down then up I cannot do that back scrunching. I have a powerlifter pissed off at me right now because I am lighter than him and can press more even though I have to do it like a bodybuilder. I am significantly shorter.
Just found this video. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 I agree with I’m sure the whole thread when I say: After seeing this video I would want you as my coach. Masterclass level.
I thing that people who are good at deadlift, they are not very good at bench press. It has to do with each persons body type. If i may ask Larry, how much do you bench? Very nice video by the way.
Excellent. Not a wasted word, not a wasted motion. That's how everything should be taught!
I pulled a few heavy sumos in my time, just one night stands nothing serious
😂😂😂
You nastyyy 😂😂
That really made me laugh a lot 😂
Man that's funny
😂
What a great tutorial with no "bro-science" or ego, just an experienced lifter telling it how it is and giving genuine advice
Everybody talks about the benefits of pulling sumo, but I have to say as a person with long limbs and a short torso that even if I practiced sumo for a ridiculous amount of time, I will always pull more conventionally. Your individual bone structure plays a huge role in choosing your deadlift stance.
No shit...
Nostradingus Yes, but you should pull conventional because sumo will get you GREAT carry over, even if your sumo is way less then your conventional, it will make your conventional go up.
Nostradingus im the same, adding a sumo variation on my main squat day has had carryover i think
I can't speak for others, but for me I don't think sumo is a accessory for the squat or conventional. I am personally much stronger at sumo than conventional, but it is really hard on my hips and groin so I only pull sumo once every two to three weeks. I focus on snatch grip deads and stiff legs to build my sumo. I just feel personally sumo fucks with my squat to much to us it as an accessory.
Bulking dude
Yeah especially if you squat with alot of hips, it will mess with your other lift that uses the same muscles there is no question about it.
By far the best video on Sumo! He teaches concept, setup and execution in less than 3 mins vs the 20+ min other videos out there on the Sumo Deadlift. Great vid!
It's great to see a lifter that actually looks FIT!
Thanks for a great technique breakdown.
As I write this, I'm watching this video as I'm in the gym, learning how to sumo for the first time. I'll start light, as you recommend. Very educational; thanks very much!
Still going strong i hope?
Thank you! Shall keep in mind the next time..
Definitely needed this , great video as always.
***** True love informative videos like these
InnovationYGO yo didn’t know you threw weight around YGO
I just started pulling sumo this month and taking it seriously. This video helped clear up so many questions i had. Thank you!
From my point of view Larry truly knows what he's talkin' about. This particular day I trained exactly the same exercise; it's amazing how much your legs - hamstrings - need to focus on that fast-schock movement when you go up. And I just find myself enjoying' this exercise. Thanks a lot for showin' us all those tips you mentioned.
This is how I deadlift been doing it for years. I am 6'3 and this lift actually saves a lot pf wear and tear on my back. On some jobs when heavy lifting is required they teach you wide stance back straight. Sumo style helps you maintain your center of gravity better and you use more of your legs rather than your back but sumo is not for everyone.
I agree. Im 17 and have been working out for 3 weeks now. I tried sumo first time today and when i failed a normal 130 kg deadlift i went straight for sumo and got it up quite easy. Idk if its because i have very long legs and arms with a short torso but it just felt reqlly nice
@@thegnome9529 2 years later, you still working out?
At my high school, they pretty much make us do sumo deadlift or trap-bar deadlift. Very rarely will we be assigned to do a normal conventional deadlift. Sumo deadlift has worked great for me so far, and I recommend any lifter to try it out.
I prefer conventional deadlifts but I been playing around with sumo. Solid tips. Can't wait for my session to try this out
I admire this person's confidence and authority when he said "I have pretty good hip mobility".It shows Strength.God bless 😊
He has quads on top of his quads
KidCorgi.Com yo dawg, I heard you like quads
Tried sumo deadlift today at the gym today and used this video as a reference to correct my form. Gotta say it felt good!
his set up and pull is flawless
Excellent video. Quick and to the point, no stupid supplemental chit chat. Very educational
Back when Larry didn't automatically mean Larry Wheels
The way he braces is perfect! You can easily see the slack been pulled out of the barbell and he does it in such a natural and explosive way
I always do a sumo deadlift with a straight back as it is much easier on my back. 90% of the videos on you tube emphasize bending forward to execute the movement. This video validates what I'm doing is still effective. Thank You for posting...👍🙏
Great video!
Respect for the mob deep in the background 🔥
This is one of the best videos I’ve seen on sumos, this is how I do them but many videos I’ve seen on TH-cam the body isn’t kept as upright and looks more similar to a conventional deadlift in terms of how the back looks. Good to see this version though as I think this takes the weight off the back
Exactly
Thank you for this video. My form was shit and I was stuck around 450 max on deadlift 485 conventionalI could 15 rep 405 but my max just wasn't improving. My hamstring was also hurting every deadlift session
Realized something must be wrong. Took 2 weeks off and saw this video. Went to the gym a week ago and hit 500. Never knew my form sucked so bad but after one video I increased my max 50 lbs due to my form.
Deadlifted again today and pulled 500 for a triple... once again. Thank you for this video. On my way to a new goal of a 600 lb deadlift
Arguably the most valuable video I’ve ever seen on sumo pulls. Gonna save this for later
Beautiful no fluff breakdown, perfect for an experience lifter to relisten to when check needed
Thanks so much. Conventional deadlift I couldn’t do correctly no matter how much I watched videos and trained it. I still haven’t got sumo down perfect but I’m repping more weight and it’s so much better on my back. Only difference is my sticking point went from getting off the floor to locking it out at the top
Played this video during my ME deadlift session instead of music and PR'ed. I cannot thank Larry and this channel enough for helping me break a plateau. The simultaneous breathing and tension stopped me from yanking and falling forward. His elaboration on feeling partial tension before the lift greatly improved my start.
Thank you for going straight to the point and not making it 10 minutes long like some people
great video, honestly most videos on this lift should just be taken of youtube because this is all you need, no nonsense.
he's definitely telling you some real wisdom by not rushing it..... once you get injuries you're not the same... work it up slow and gradual nothing will stop you
This is the best sumo tutorial on youtube.
Best lesson on sumo deadlift by far thus far.
mobb deep in the background tho
Word. instantlike
WOW COOL 👍
This helped a lot to improve my form. Just bounced back from a lower back injury. Wouldn't want to go through that again 😅
Larry gives consumers clear, concise instruction. def use him in other "how to" videos
I came back to this vid 11 months later and i decided to sumo deadlift a week ago and surprisingly ive been doing everything he said well except the HUGE breath. Natural lifters instinct can save you sometimes haha
Right to the main points. No fluff. Good stuff.
Doing deadlifts right now and constantly reminding myself of this techniques
BEST TUTORIAL ON THE SUMO SQUAT I'VE EVER SEEN
Sumo what
That starting position. Oh my, goals.
Great video and great advice , thank you very much , this has helped me immensely in getting the lift right enabling me to lift heavy with proper form and minimal risk of injury
This is an excellent instructional video. This guy is helping me do the exercise smarter.
Sumo deadlift is a back savor I love it better than conventional 👍👍👌
youngal9325 then you're doing conventional wrong
Yup im right there with you. My lower back had some injuries and sumo saves the back from taking the brunt of the weight after you get past the knees
youngal9325 same here. I can’t get conventional perfect enough. Could be an hamstring issue not sure but sumo is better for me at higher weights.
If sumo “saves your back” then your conventional form sucks...
@@ryansisco2492 my body type is completely wrong for conventional, my is completely horizontal in my deadlift set up which makes it really difficult for my back
This technique of forcing the hips in forward really helped me
conventional deadlift max is 350, never tried sumo. will be interesting to see how much I can pull with sumo
This is the best barbell brigade video.
Thanks! The advice I needed to boost my Sumo Lifting Confidence today!
Sumo deadlifts have made my hips more mobile than ever. Thank God for youtube.
Wow a video that's not 10 mins long. Good job bro 👍🏼
Best guide on TH-cam
whats the primary target muscles doing sumo dead ? and second and third ? and from a bodybuilder stand point is sumo worst the conventional ?
my lower back is a bit messed up from spending my teens sitting all the time and working as a taxi driver so this really spares my lower back from conventional(yes i keep my back straight i've had competitive lifters comment that it's fine but it just ain't right for me)
Song choice is unmatched
Hard reality I still face is to stay in the 40-65% range. I love going heavy but technique is everything rn. Especially on a program
What's the song playing in the background
Just watched Dan Green's video, he mentioned 3 common sumo mistakes one of them is hip(sit back too mch)too low which is exactly what he's doing in this video.
He's great at teaching the technique! I learned some new things from this. Thanks.
I used to pull sumo all the time or I'd cycle between sumo and conv just to work on both but this year I noticed my conv lift started to smoke my sumo. So now I just keep pulling conv it got me into the 400 club 😊
Short and simple. Right to the form checks. Thank you.
Great tips and advice, I'm new to deadlifting, should I start out with this stance or go with the regular?
bluex610 try both stances. pick the stance that is more comfortable for you and you feel you will be able to move more weight in the long run.
*****
yeah that is true, but i think in the beginning the focus should be on perfecting your technique of your primary pulling style.
bluex610 Im 6,2 and regular deadlift never felt right because my knees where always in the way. So ive been doing sumo pretty much since I started lifting
Alternate
whats the difference in the variations of the deadlift?
Bart Kwan I noticed that with Larry's sumo, his quads are just about parallel to the floor, yet other instructors from other videos showcase a more (higher) 30-45 degree bend between the knees and the hips. How do you determine which is ideal? experimentation? Are there pros and cons to these varying stances? Thanks
The Electrocist I assume it all comes down to hip mobility and being able to get into a position were his quads are parallel to the floor and I would also think that limb lengths come into play aswell as stance width to get your quads parallel to the floor.
I think the main benefit of doing sumo is the use of your quads(aside from rom) so parallel is more effective in that sense
I use way too much lower back in conventional deadlift and I am not really properly using my legs, do you guys think doing sumo deadlifts will help me improve my leg activation and concentrate more on my legs just by the nature of the motion ?
Please help!!
Great video and with the mob deep in the background.
This is gold. I pull with my heels about 4" apart so I'm the exact opposite but still awesome advice!
Bart Kwan Why is he using straps? Does he do all his training with straps until peaking for a meet? I've seen a lot of pro's using straps, but than read the exact opposite
Larry definitely knows his shit ! Great video !
Great video as always, but it would have been nice if he could have looked at different variations for the sumo deadlift.
One of the best videos I’ve seen
i thought i kept hearing my phone vibrate while watching the video...only to realized that it's the background music in the video...lulz
That mobb deep instrumental!
Finally. An explanation that is not 10 minutes long
one more thing , regular/ conventional reall pulls me forward im a really big upperbody and smaller shorter legs , so conventional allways was a fight to not get pulled forward , sumo keeps my back straight and center of gravity is allot more center
Should I be feeling a twist in my knee? I feel my thighs point forward and my shins point out at the lock out stage. Thus my knee feel like it’s twisting and feels unnatural.
Concise, informative and no BS. Good video
Any deadlift styles you’d recommend for someone who is 6’ 8”
Frank Fazio play basketball instead lmao
I mean strongmen seem to do conventional quite well.
Thing is, with long legs, won't sumo look more like a hybrid even with your toes at the plates?
Trying sumos first time today. Thanks for tips. Cheers!
We doing deadlifts till the day that we die! Survival of the meet only the strong will survive.
I have to be flat on the bench and go straight down then up I cannot do that back scrunching. I have a powerlifter pissed off at me right now because I am lighter than him and can press more even though I have to do it like a bodybuilder. I am significantly shorter.
Just found this video. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 I agree with I’m sure the whole thread when I say: After seeing this video I would want you as my coach. Masterclass level.
Great tutorial, I’ve just switched to Sumo deadlift
I have been waiting for a video on Sumo
I hate sumo but this vid makes me want to do it more. Superb. Does Larry have his own channel?
Lockout shouldn't be too difficult to lockout. The most important thing is being patient at the start, it will eventually break the ground.
Honestly this video is super useful for me since I'm a beginner!
Short and simple. Great vid!
Good info. I like how you had shook ones playing in the background lol
It’s actually ‘Survival of the Fittest’ not ‘Shook Ones’.
I've recently started lifting and my maximum is 236 lbs. should I go further? Asking this coz I'm an ametuar
LIFTIN' LIKE LARRY
quick question: why are flat shoes preferable?
@@hhhhhss6955 this and also less range of motion
Hey Larry, can you take a look at my sumo DL form?
Does anyone know what shoes he's lifting with? They look perfect for me but I can't find them!
When do I push my hips forward?
Appreciate you getting right to the point, solid video
I thing that people who are good at deadlift, they are not very good at bench press. It has to do with each persons body type.
If i may ask Larry, how much do you bench?
Very nice video by the way.
Σπαρτιάτης Εθνικιστής not nessecarily true, if you have long torso and short femurs, you can be good at both movements regardless of arm length
Thanks boss, this was very helpful
Great video and quick question (random af) are u Assyrian bro?