Testing Magnus Midtbø Bench and Deadlift max
Score and analysis
Summary
Larry Wheels and Magnus Midtbø test Magnus's bench press and deadlift maxes at One Gen Gym.Magnus Midtbø provides detailed technical instruction on bench press form, emphasizing scapular retraction and proper bar path.Larry Wheels offers specific deadlift cues, focusing on hip hinging and maintaining balance.The session highlights Magnus's strength carryover from rock climbing to deadlifts, with him achieving new personal records.The video concludes with advice on training frequency and technique for improving lifts.
7.1
VIDSCORE
Summary
Larry Wheels and Magnus Midtbø test Magnus's bench press and deadlift maxes at One Gen Gym.Magnus Midtbø provides detailed technical instruction on bench press form, emphasizing scapular retraction and proper bar path.Larry Wheels offers specific deadlift cues, focusing on hip hinging and maintaining balance.The session highlights Magnus's strength carryover from rock climbing to deadlifts, with him achieving new personal records.The video concludes with advice on training frequency and technique for improving lifts.
Breakdown
Keeps You Motivated
6.3
Larry Wheels and Magnus Midtbø maintain a conversational and encouraging tone throughout the video, discussing their lifts and motivations.They share personal experiences and react positively to each other's efforts during the testing session.
Covers Everything
6.3
The video covers the setup and execution of bench press and deadlift attempts for Magnus Midtbø. It includes discussions on training frequency and methodology for improving the bench press, and concludes with a summary of the day's lifts.
Step-By-Step Clarity
7.9
Magnus Midtbø provides detailed verbal cues for bench press technique, including setting an arch, retracting the scapula, and the bar path to the chest.Larry Wheels also offers specific advice on deadlift setup, emphasizing hip hinging, mid-foot balance, and keeping arms locked.
Production Quality
6.4
Larry Wheels and Magnus Midtbø film their workout at One Gen Gym in Claremont, California.The audio is clear throughout the conversation and lifting demonstrations, and the camera work remains steady, capturing the lifts without significant visual distractions.
Will This Work?
8.0
Magnus Midtbø addresses common bench press mistakes, such as not touching the chest or flaring elbows, and advises against making last-minute technique changes before a max attempt.Larry Wheels provides specific cues for deadlift form to prevent hitching and maintain balance.
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