whats so special about deadlifts?

[kickureface]

i know they target the back, but specifically what part?

if i want to get my lats big, is this the best exercise for them?
and how much weight should i do, i mean should i go for a 10 rep set for a few sets or like 6-8 for a few sets (meaning higher weight)

and what about bent over rows?

 

[Jackman]

i know they target the back, but specifically what part?

Deadlifts target the lower back.

if i want to get my lats big, is this the best exercise for them?

Wide grip chin ups.

and what about bent over rows?

Targets the middle back.

 

[kickureface]

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why do people hail deadlifts so much though?

 

[whistler]

exrx.net

Know it. Love it.

http://exrx.net/WeightExercises/ErectorSpinae/BBDeadlift.html

 

[kickureface]

thanks!
would it be wise to do squats one day and deadlifts the next?

and if im doing curls and flyes and stuff like that, working out biceps and shoulders and etc already, will adding in deadlift help a lot or is it wiser to take out the isolated movements?

 

[dirtysanchez]

thanks!
would it be wise to do squats one day and deadlifts the next?

and if im doing curls and flyes and stuff like that, working out biceps and shoulders and etc already, will adding in deadlift help a lot or is it wiser to take out the isolated movements?

No, definitely not. Your muscles need time to repair in order for them to get bigger and stronger, and heavy deadlifts followed by heavy squats the next day would be detrimental to that. I normally rotate between having squat and deadlift variations in my program. It's possible to have both in the same program, but make sure you give yourself enough time to recover between those workouts.

Deadlifts will help add mass all over your body. I would generally stay away from most isos such as bicep curls, shoulder raises, tricep extensions until you have added significant mass with compound exercises, as they will give you the best bang for your buck. Then you can use isos to correct any imbalances you may feel you have with your physique.

 

[grr]

Squats one day then deadlift the next is feasible, depending on your genetics & lifestyle. In my experience its best to give them a few days between but I've been kind of out of the weights scene lately, relying on my martial arts classes for muscle gains, and I've never really had a good clean bulk beyond 20 lbs.

For some people's lifestyles that may be the only option. Try it out, don't get injured.

and if im doing curls and flyes and stuff like that, working out biceps and shoulders and etc already, will adding in deadlift help a lot or is it wiser to take out the isolated movements?

It depends primarily on two factors in my mind: 1) How old you are and 2) How long you've been in shape. Your recovery time will play a large part in your routine. Take people's advice, but don't rely on their advice, rely on your results.

I think its time again to say that you should measure them by tracking additions to your weighted lifts and tracking your body weight & bodyfat. Always rely on those results and other factors like injuries rather than following strict advice.

 

[Skilla_Staz]

thanks!
would it be wise to do squats one day and deadlifts the next?

and if im doing curls and flyes and stuff like that, working out biceps and shoulders and etc already, will adding in deadlift help a lot or is it wiser to take out the isolated movements?

I personally would do like Deads on Monday and Squats on friday. you have a few days rest in between each. 3 Active days from deads-squats and 2 hopefully relaxed days (weekend) from squats-deads.