I compete at a pretty high level myself -- in fact, in the same class as Ed did -- and I'm nowhere near this level of performance. It's truly an inspiration.
Ed, what can you say, fooking legend and all round good bloke. Truly set the milestones and the aura all powerlifters would like to have surround them.
For what it's worth, the deadlift is usually done raw. Wearing a squat suit or deadlift suit while deadlifting does not give you much. I've done with suit and without. The weight is still the same... And yes, Ed is one of the best lifters of all time...
agreed. Chuck V is THE MAN, but Ed Coan is THE LEGEND. Some of Ed's feats will probably never be equaled in our lifetime, such as his 901@220 deadlift, or his 2408@220 total, both which were in SINGLE PLY. You can't compare the two.
I dont get it Coan is a living legend... he has nothing left to prove who gives a shit if he lifted his head... go check his records and remember he didnt have the gear we have today...
It's normal. The posterior chain (all the muscles used for squatting and deadlifting) is much stronger than the muscles of the shoulder girdle. If someone's bench is near their squat and deadlift , then that person has disproportionately weak legs.
Love this video. Coan's concentration and focus is legendary, as is his technique. Note the shins being vertical at 1:29 on the DL...perfect set-up! More DL technique tips in IRON-FORTIFIED FOR LIFE available at Amazon books.
I had to look it up: '"2. The lifter must lie on his back with shoulders and buttocks in contact with the flat bench surface. His hands may grip the bar with a "thumbs around" grip, thumbless grip or reverse grip as long as the rings on the bar are covered. You may not grip outside the 81cm mark. His shoes must be flat on the floor. This position shall be maintained throughout the attempt. The head may raise during the lift."
2. The lifter must lie on his back with shoulders and buttocks in contact with the flat bench surface. His hands may grip the bar with a "thumbs around" grip, thumbless grip or reverse grip as long as the rings on the bar are covered. You may not grip outside the 81cm mark. His shoes must be flat on the floor. This position shall be maintained throughout the attempt. The head may raise during the lift.