“It’s Too Risky”: Why This 67-Year-Old Bodybuilder Thinks You Should Avoid This Popular Gym Move

Bodybuilding is the sport of channeling strength and aesthetics through fitness. Bodybuilders often work out vigorously to turn their bodies into a complete package. But what they sometimes forget is the risks that come with it. Lifting huge weights can be detrimental and eventually lead to serious consequences. In a recent YouTube video, IFBB veteran Tom Platz displayed his concern about performing deadlifts for a long time.

Deadlifts can hinder the back muscles and tear the tissues, which will cause severe back pain. And if not stopped, it will welcome other problems as well. The Quadfather was quick to grab the attention of his viewers. The 67-year-old veteran explained pushing the bars while working out can be impressive, but going beyond a certain level is only impulsive. Let’s learn from the expert!

Tom Platz views the risks involved in bodybuilding

Widely known for his massive quads, Tom Platz still hits the gym and advocates issues related to the sport. He recently got candid over addressing his concerns about the damage certain exercise can cause. The former American bodybuilder is not happy, seeing people doing deadlifts with 2 or 4 times their body weight. Platz boldly called out the performers and shared his advice of not going off-limits.

Recently, an account named ‘oofafitness’ shared a short video on its YouTube channel featuring Tom Platz. The golden era bodybuilder shared, “…but I think the deadlifts people do, too much risk. I can milk it out of leg curls for ya. I can do staffs that’s less risk, even better results.” In addition, he also shared why he stopped doing the move, “Back in the early 70s, I did deadlifts. After much back problems I said let’s forget about it.”

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Platz added, “I think it’s too risky. There’s always the benefit to risk ratio, how much risk, how much benefit. You’re always weighing those two things, no risk? Why even work out?…” But Platz considered the risk and felt that it was not worth it. If one is deadlifting in his 20s, it can cause an injury that will have a prolonged effect throughout his life. He had a meticulous physique and tree-like legs, which in his prime measured over 30 inches. Thus, certainly, The Quadfather is at a place to call him an expert. His advice caught the eye of some fans, and they commented, praising the tip.

Fans reacted to his master advice

Evidently, Platz gave his fans a quick reality check, and after hearing it from the expert, one agreed and wrote, “Never ever mess with your lower back, theres no turning back from that”. Another commented with the same tone, “Deadlift hit your lower back like no other exercises makes it like granite”. One user faced the same difficulty and wrote, “Facts I did deadlifts in my twenties and messed my back up. It’s just not worth it.”

Someone praised the veteran and penned, “Tom Platz in his 60’s and still in good health thanks to careful training!” One fan hilariously hinted at Platz’s love for squats and commented, “This guy ALWAYS finds a way to work legs back into the conversation. Very funny, cool dude.”

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Definitely, there are some pros and cons for every workout. The history of bodybuilding frequently points out the suffering caused by weightlifters, which is quite relatable to Platz’s view. Do you agree with him?