Mark Bell's Power Project Dan Green on Mastering the Sumo Deadlift, Training Through Pain, and Chasing Strength at All Costs
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Jun 25, 2025 Dan Green, a powerlifting icon renowned for his squats and deadlifts, shares his secrets to dominating the lifting world. He dives into innovative deadlifting techniques and explores how front squats can transform strength training. Listeners will learn essential injury prevention tips, the importance of hamstring flexibility, and effective nutrition hacks for peak performance. Dan also reflects on balancing training with family life and the camaraderie within the powerlifting community, making this conversation both insightful and relatable for aspiring lifters.
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Dan Green's Early Strength Journey
- Dan Green developed massive squat and deadlift strength by focusing on front squats and sumo deadlift techniques.
- His gymnastics background contributed to his hip flexibility and upright lifting posture, aiding his progress.
Hamstring Growth with RDLs
- Romanian deadlifts with an arched back maximize hamstring stretch and growth.
- Lower the barbell to just above shoes with a strong chest position to keep stress on hamstrings, not the lower back.
Rounding Back Builds Erectors
- Rounding the back in deadlifts engages erectors more by lengthening the muscles during lifts.
- Controlled rounding can safely build lower back muscle and enhance deadlift performance.
