Why Do American Commercial Gyms Discourage Deadlifting Without A Platform Or Mats?
If you’ve trained in a big-box American gym long enough, you’ve probably seen it: a hand-written sign taped to a power rack that reads “No deadlifting without platforms”—or worse, “Deadlifts prohibited.” As someone who’s spent 15+ years consulting with gym operators, equipment vendors, and corporate wellness clients across the U.S., I’ve had this exact conversation…
