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Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift

A barbell movement targeting the hamstrings. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · hamstringsEquipment · barbellCategory · upper legs

Technique

How to perform it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing forward.
  2. Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Bend at your hips and lower the barbell towards the ground, keeping your back straight and your knees slightly bent.
  4. Lower the barbell until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
  5. Engage your hamstrings and glutes to lift the barbell back up to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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