Check out the video above: In this video, Michelle explains why she made the decision to stop barbell deadlifting when she started taking running more seriously. Michelle discusses the negative outcomes of using barbells as a loading strategy for exercise selection and the importance of balancing force production with movement freedom in running. Michelle also highlight the need to prepare the body for the demands of running and counteract those demands to avoid stiffness and joint range mobility reduction. 

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