Barbell Deadlift

Barbell Deadlift

Setup

With feet flat beneath bar squat down and grasp bar with shoulder width or slightly wider overhand or mixed grip.

Movement Instructions

Lift bar by extending hips and knees to full extension. Pull shoulders back at top of lift if rounded. Return by bending knees forward slightly while allowing hips to bend back behind, keeping back straight and knees pointed same direction as feet. Repeat.

Comments

Throughout lift keep hips low, shoulders back, arms and back straight. Knees should point same direction as feet throughout movement. Keep bar close to body to improve leverage. Gym chalk, wrist straps, and/or mixed grip can be used to help grip.

Primary Muscle

Lower Back

Supporting Muscles

Glutes

Hamstrings

Quads

Core

Equipment

Barbell

Environment

Floor/Mat

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