The first aspect of proper deadlifting is grip selection. It???s amazing how often lifters overlook it???and how such a small detail can have a major effect on training Nothing will tweak your lower back faster than having your hands placed at unequal distances from the center of the bar. Most bars have at least one ring on each side equally spaced from the center; use them as markers to judge your grip width.
The next question that usually comes up is whether to use a mixed or standard grip. A mixed grip???on which you grip the bar palm down with your right hand and palm up with your left hand (or vice versa if you???re left-handed)???is normally reserved for powerlifters. Unless you???re a powerlifter or looking to get into the sport, I don???t recommend it. A mixed grip lets you lift heavier weights, which is a must in a sport in which the sole factor for success is poundage lifted; however, the extra weight comes with a cost.
Because the mixed grip is asymmetrical, the right and left sides of the body experience irregular stresses. That results in uneven muscle development and eventually poor posture. Unfortunately, the imbalance is unavoidable when you use a mixed grip, which is why I highly recommend the standard grip for bodybuilders, football players and all other athletes. The standard grip style disperses the load equally through the upper and lower body, bringing uniform back and shoulder development.
Gotcha! We have contest bars at the gym, I'm going to try and see if I can get them out today for fun 
