Barbell Stiff Legged Deadlift

Target Muscle

Secondary Muscles

Equipment

1

Keep your legs slightly bent but stiff, and your feet shoulder-width apart.

2

Slowly bend at the hips and lower the barbell towards the floor, keeping your back straight and your shoulders back.

3

Lower the barbell until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, but make sure not to round your back.

4

Slowly raise your torso back to the starting position, pushing your hips forward and squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement.

Pro Tip

Controlled Movement: Avoid jerky or rapid movements. Lower the barbell in a slow and controlled manner, hinging at your hips and keeping your core engaged. The bar should travel close to your legs, and you should feel a stretch in your hamstrings. When you reach the bottom of your range of motion, reverse the movement and stand back up. Avoid Overloading: A common mistake is to use too much weight. This can lead to improper form and potential injury. Start with a lighter weight to ensure you can perform the exercise correctly, then gradually increase the weight as your strength and form improve. Keep Your Neck