Deadlift
Muscle Groups: Hamstrings, Lower Back
Deadlift focuses on Hamstrings, Lower Back, with Lats, Traps, Forearm, Quads, Glutes, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Deadlift with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with the barbell over the middle of your feet.
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Bend at your hips and knees to grip the bar with both hands, keeping your back straight and chest up.
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Push through your heels to lift the bar, extending your hips and knees simultaneously until you stand tall.
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Lower the bar back to the ground by hinging at your hips and bending your knees, keeping the bar close to your body.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Deadlift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders to prevent injury.
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Engage your core throughout the movement for better stability.
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Don’t jerk or lift with your arms; use your legs and hips to lift the weight.
Secondary Muscles
While Deadlift primarily targets Hamstrings, Lower Back , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lats, Traps, Forearm, Quads, Glutes, Adductors . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Deadlift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Deadlift, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
