Bend at your hips and knees to lower your body and grasp the barbell with your hands shoulder-width apart, palms facing your body.
Keeping your back straight and chest up, push through your heels to lift the weight off the ground while straightening your hips and knees.
Pause briefly at the top, ensuring your hips and knees are fully extended, but avoid arching your back.
Slowly lower the barbell back to the ground by bending your hips and knees, maintaining a straight back throughout the movement.
Pro Tip
**Controlled Movements**: The deadlift should be a controlled movement, both when lifting and lowering the weight. The lift should be powered by your legs and hips, not your lower back. The bar should stay close to your body the entire time. Common Mistake to Avoid: Avoid jerking or using a sudden, uncontrolled