Deadlift Strength Plateau Tips for Advanced Powerlifters

2 weeks, 1 day ago Overcoming Plateaus & Burnout
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Apr 01, 2026 13:42

I have reached a point where my deadlift just will not move past 250kg. I am using a stiff bar and pulling conventional. I have tried heavy rack pulls and deficit deadlifts, but I am still stalling right at the knees. I am wondering if this is a grip issue or if my posterior chain is just tapped out.

I am based in the UK and I do not have access to a lot of specialized equipment like bands or chains. Are there any specific accessory movements I can do with just a standard barbell to help with mid-range strength? I have been looking at the Coan-Phillipi program but it looks incredibly taxing.

Has anyone here moved from conventional to sumo to break a plateau? I am hesitant to make the switch because I have always been a conventional puller, but I am getting desperate. I would love some high level advice from people who have been in this position.

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