I do my DL raw (chalk), excepted 1RM with a (very) poor quality belt.
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Core work = Gross unnessecary Severe Overtraining
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Yeah I don't think you need it. The Deadlift/Squat itself is the best exercise (with Push Press and Olympic lifts) for core muscles. If my progression is stopped then I'll try assistance and core work but I doubt it'll have much if any effect.
Workout n°32 (all lifts 90% of 1RM)
SDT 167.5
CURL Left : 25.5 / Right : 25
FLOOR Left : 41.5 / Right : 41.5
On DL I slighty round my back and contract abs as hard as I can while holding my breath. It might not be perfect but so far no back pain and I lift 167.5 relatively easily. I'll soon increase the Floor Press to 42kg. 90% seems to be perfect, much easier than before (95%) and the same stimulus !!!
I think it's up to everybody to find which style is the best suited. I lift in Sumo style (not very wide stance) and with a slighty rounded back. I used to do a nearly Straigth Legged DL but it was the worst for the lower back...