Barbell Deadlift
(Hinge Movement)

Primary Muscles

Hamstrings, Glutes, Lower Back, Core

Equipment

Barbell, Weights

Level

Intermediate

Sets & Reps

3-4 Sets 6-12 Reps

Coaching Cues

  • - Keep the bar close to chins - almost touching.
  • - Push your hips back to load hamstrings.
  • - Keep your back flat and the chest proud.
  • - Drive through your heel and stand tall.
  • - Squeeze your glutes at the top - don't lean back.

Common Mistakes

  • - Rounded Lower back.
  • - Letting the bar drift away from body.
  • - Squatting the weight up instead of hinging.
  • - Hyperextending at the top.
  • - Jerking the bar off the floor.

Modifications

- Romanian Deadlift (lighter, safer hinge)
- Kettlebell Deadlift
- Trap Bar Deadlift
- Rock Pulls (reduced range of motion)

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