Which is a better indication of raw strength? A big bench or big deadlift?

juggernaut2005 · 06-27-2007, 05:20 AM

Which?

Double D · 06-27-2007, 05:27 AM

A big squat!

Witchblade · 06-27-2007, 06:48 AM

Deadlift, then squat, then bench.

juggernaut2005 · 06-27-2007, 06:55 AM

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Deadlift, then squat, then bench.

Thats what I thought.. Just double checking

**DOMS** · 06-27-2007, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Double D

A big squat!

I'll second this.

**P-funk** · 06-27-2007, 07:12 AM

which is better, an apple or a pear?

StanUk · 06-27-2007, 07:28 AM

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which is better, an apple or a pear?

Definatly an apple.

Witchblade · 06-27-2007, 08:05 AM

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which is better, an apple or a pear?

The deadlift uses more muscles so it's a better indicator of total body strength, no?

KelJu · 06-27-2007, 08:16 AM

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The deadlift uses more muscles so it's a better indicator of total body strength, no?

I think a guy that can squat 400lbs is just as impressive as a guy that can deadlift 400lbs.

I personally think squats are more important, but that is strictly opinion.

In all actuality, deadlifts and squats are probablly equal indicators of total strength.

**CowPimp** · 06-27-2007, 09:04 AM

I would say a deadlift, but I see P's point, they test the strength of totally different muscle groups using completely different motor programs.

**P-funk** · 06-27-2007, 09:07 AM

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I would say a deadlift, but I see P's point, they test the strength of totally different muscle groups using completely different motor programs.

yea, not only that....but also, the exercise that is the best indicator of strength is going to be dependant on the person....different levers and biomechanics. Some may just be buit to squat (or deadlift). So, is their overal strength better than someone who has poor levers? Maybe that individual is better in a different exercise, etc.

There is to much going on to say "which is a better indicator of strength."

**Gazhole** · 06-27-2007, 09:10 AM

Logically, a big Deadlift only gives you an indication of how strong somebody is...at Deadlifting.

You could have a great Deadlift and a sucky Bench, or a great Bench and a sucky Deadlift. Who is stronger? Its not answerable.

Personally though, i agree that Deadlift is a much harder movement than bench, but even if somebody doesnt Deadlift you cant deny they are strong as hell if they can bench 500lbs or something.

Everything is relative.

DEADLIFTS FTW.

StanUk · 06-27-2007, 09:12 AM

Were talking about RAW strength here though, so I would have to go with deadlift. A good squat requires a lot more technique/flexibility/balance than a deadlift. A deadlift is just lifting a dead weight off the floor, and although it requires good form to prevent yourself from injuries it is pretty much the easiest compound lift someone can do.

**DOMS** · 06-27-2007, 09:12 AM

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I would say a deadlift, but I see P's point, they test the strength of totally different muscle groups using completely different motor programs.

I just think it takes more moxy to put the weight on your back instead of just picking it up off the floor.

Yeah, I've wandered into the realm of opinion...

juggernaut2005 · 06-27-2007, 09:16 AM

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which is better, an apple or a pear?

I know what you're saying that these are two diff exercises that utilize two different muscles etc; but surely one of them has to be a better indication of overall raw strength?

**P-funk** · 06-27-2007, 09:18 AM

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I know what you're saying that these are two diff exercises that utilize two different muscles etc; but surely one of them has to be a better indication of overall raw strength?

well then, how the heck can you compare the bench press to anything? It is a totally supported lift. You lie on a bench and press.

**DOMS** · 06-27-2007, 09:20 AM

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well then, how the heck can you compare the bench press to anything? It is a totally supported lift. You lie on a bench and press.

Exactly. I don't think the Bench holds a candle to Deads or Squats.

juggernaut2005 · 06-27-2007, 09:24 AM

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well then, how the heck can you compare the bench press to anything? It is a totally supported lift. You lie on a bench and press.

OK, if you walk into a gym and see 3 guys lifting 500lbs raw, one is benching the forementioned weight, the other is squating and the last is deadlifting.. Why would you say 'damn he is strong' to?

**P-funk** · 06-27-2007, 09:27 AM

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OK, if you walk into a gym and see 3 guys lifting 500lbs raw, one is benching the forementioned weight, the other is squating and the last is deadlifting.. Why would you say 'damn he is strong' to?

walk into any gym and you will find that 90% of the guys can bench more than they squat or deadlift....some can even bench in the 300s yet struggle with the mid 200s in the squat.

Why would I automactically guess that the person with the big bench press has the greatest overal strength?

juggernaut2005 · 06-27-2007, 09:29 AM

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walk into any gym and you will find that 90% of the guys can bench more than they squat or deadlift....some can even bench in the 300s yet struggle with the mid 200s in the squat.

Why would I automactically guess that the person with the big bench press has the greatest overal strength?

That wasn't my question and I never said you should automatically assume?

**P-funk** · 06-27-2007, 09:34 AM

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That wasn't my question and I never said you should automatically assume?

Okay, then I would say:

"Damn, he is a strong presser."

juggernaut2005 · 06-27-2007, 09:36 AM

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Okay, then I would say:

"Damn, he is a strong presser."

Aha.. So you think the bench presser is the stronger of the 3?? Thats all I was asking, thanks P-funk!

**P-funk** · 06-27-2007, 09:37 AM

I said he was a strong presser. I didn't say that I thought he was the strongest overal....or what I would call "cock strong"

I don't know where you are going with this.

shiznit2169 · 06-27-2007, 09:39 AM

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That wasn't my question and I never said you should automatically assume?

Look at it this way

Squat - Loading the bar on your back and squatting ATG and back up
Deadlift - Pulling raw from the floor with your hands only
Bench - Lying on a bench (which is supporting you) and pressing the bar

If i were to choose, i'd have to go with squats. With the bench and deadlift, people are prone to cheat such as arching their back or using sloppy form to complete the lift. Squats is basically the only true form of testing your overall strength without using gear of course but that is not to take anything away from someone who does bench/deadlift a lot of weight cus it's still impressive.

I'm just saying if i were to walk into a gym, i'd be more impressed with someone squatting 400 lbs ATG with flawless form as opposed to someone benching 450-500 lbs.

StanUk · 06-27-2007, 09:42 AM

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StanUk Light weight! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In a galaxy far far away Posts: 679 Photos: 1	Were talking about RAW strength here though, so I would have to go with deadlift. A good squat requires a lot more technique/flexibility/balance than a deadlift. A deadlift is just lifting a dead weight off the floor, and although it requires good form to prevent yourself from injuries it is pretty much the easiest compound lift someone can do.