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Barbell Deadlift demonstration

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Strength / Barbell

Barbell Deadlift

A full-body compound lift that primarily targets the posterior chain.

Equipment

Barbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Traps · Quads

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand with feet hip-width apart, bar over mid-foot.

  2. 02

    Hinge at the hips and grip the bar.

  3. 03

    Brace your core and lift by extending hips and knees.

  4. 04

    Stand tall at the top, then lower under control.

  5. 05

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.