Deadlifts, how important are they?

[Zaraza]

I havn't done them in a long time, in fact I just got back into the gym. I fall off workouts and then get back into them. But my question still stands, what is the importance of dead lifts and what is the most efficient way to incorporate them into a workout session.

Thanks guys,

 

[BluEyes]

DAY 1(eg. Monday)
Squats 2 x 5
Squats or Leg Press 1 x 15 (lighter weight)
Good Mornings or Stiff Leg Deadlifts or Sumo Leg Press 2 x 10-15
Glute Ham Raise or Pullthroughs or Hyperextension 2 x 8
Calf Raises 2 x 10

DAY 2(eg. Wednesday)
Incline Press 2 x 5
Dumbbell Press (Flat/Decline) or Dips 2 x 8-10
Shoulder Press 2 x 8-12
Tricep Exercise 2 x 10-15

DAY 3(eg. Friday)
Deadlifts 2 x 5
Row or Chinup/Pulldown 2 x 8
Bicep Curl 2 x 8-10
Forearm Exercise 2 x 10-15

They would work best when used with other back exercises.

 

[MrS]

Joint #1 with squats.
You'll probably gain about 40% less size and strength if you drop them out completely than if you would.