Barbell Deadlift
An exercise for the Upper Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.
● Step by step
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell on the ground in front of you.
- Bend your knees and hinge at the hips to lower your torso and grip the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your back straight and chest lifted as you drive through your heels to lift the barbell off the ground, extending your hips and knees.
- As you stand up straight, squeeze your glutes and keep your core engaged.
- Lower the barbell back down to the ground by bending at the hips and knees, keeping your back straight.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
● Muscles worked
Glutes (primary)HamstringsLower Back
