This deadlift workout is used to increase maximum strength.  In order to do this workout, you will need to know (or estimate your 1 rep max).  

For estimation perform a deadlift using a weight you can safely manage for 5 reps with good form.

Multiply this weight by 1.16 to estimate your 1 rep max.

Warmup: 

• 5 Push-Ups
• 10 Sit-Ups
• 15 Air Squats 

Workout:

10 reps @ 25% of your 1 rep max 

Rest for 2 minutes

3 reps @ 50% of your 1 rep max

Rest for 2 minutes

1 rep @ 75% of your 1 rep max (rest for 1 minute and repeat)

1 rep @ 85% of your 1 rep max (rest for 1 minute and repeat 4 more times)

Just completed this workout:

10 x 40kg (88 lbs)

3 x 75kg (165 lbs)

1 x 115kg (253 lbs) - Twice

1 x 128kg (281 lbs) - 5 times

For good form keeping the bar close to the shins, inevitably means losing skin from the shins :-)