CrashtestDawnie's Journal, 14 October 2019

Very impressive. I think I do around 25 lbs. LOL 

Good job! 

The things that helped me get higher: (1) Reverse grip [Or use straps - ow anyone can hold on otherwise amazes me] (2) Grip the bar tighter [This is what I got from reading an entire book on deadlifting. Seems like I was gripping the bar as tight as possible already, right? Turns out I could grip it 'tighter' and without doing that I could not lift as much] (3) Push my heels through the floor [that mental image focuses my attention to using the part of my body that is actually able to move that much weight] - - I was able to hit 300lbs. Here is the thing, you can too!  

Great job, Dawnie! And a nice treat after to celebrate all your hard work - it looks yummy. 

Nice drop Dawnie💜💚 and that looks pretty freakin delicious 😋 

Thanks guys 😊😊 Liv the first thing I ever tried deadlifting were 20# dumbbells and I immediately felt a pull in my hamstrings! I had no idea that I’d be able to lift 125 pounds. I can’t even do a single pull up 😱 

You are a badass, ctd!! 

Adef Im about to order straps and a weight belt. I think that will really help me lift more. My hands are so sore and becoming very calloused. I do push with my feet (makes a big difference) and grip tight! I watch a lot of YouTube 😂 YouTube is very helpful and so have you guys on fs 😃 

The cupcake was Awesome!!!  

@CrashtestDawnie - I'm the guy with the weight belt, and the gloves 😜. The gloves are why I probably have a hard time gripping the bar tightly and need to use the reverse grip (that I change direction on each set). Calloused hands make it hard to feel the skin of loved ones :) My weight belt helps me maintain proper form and avoid injury. 

@CrashtestDawnie - I am serious about you hitting 300lbs+ Watch this 150lbs woman pull 305lbs... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ip66Ek4VEnI 

Cute Pic!! 

Great job! 👏💪 

I can't even imagine! You rock! 

I skipped my workout today because I woke up with tendinitis flare up in my elbow. Worked out Saturday. So I’ll rest until Wednesday. Congratulations on your accomplishment! 

Bahahaha Chris it was from Snapchat! A little headbanger lol.  

Thanks guys 😊😊  

Jheeden I hope you feel better soon!  

Keilin what’s with the tomato??  

Adef it crazy how small and strong some ppl are!!!