Performing a mixed-grip deadlift can make you susceptible to a biceps injury on the supinated side. Trying to deadlift a heavy tire with both arms supinated increases the risk significantly. That’s why tire flips are so dangerous. You have to deadlift the tire first before you can flip it and if you don’t do it right, you’re going to get injured!
Don’t believe me? Check out how strongman athletes rank tire flips:
During a Gym Chat podcast with Josh Hewett, I talked about distal biceps tears and how they seem to be occurring at a greater rate these days… and tire flips are one of the main culprits!
Bottom Line: Proper technique is important for every exercise, but when it comes to tire flips, the risk is just not worth the benefit.
Ankle Sprain SOS: Experience Swift Healing Through Active Recovery
My client Elise hobbled into the studio last Wednesday. She had just rolled her ankle and was in a lot
Move to Heal
If you haven’t heard, it’s no longer cool to rest and ice an injury. Stop doing the RICE method and
The Story of Invincible
Injury Prevention Strategies for Aging Athletes is a seminar that I’ve presented several times over the years to professional organizations
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