Smith Stiff Legged Deadlift

Equipment

1

Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, hands also shoulder-width apart, then unlock the bar by rotating it, and stand fully upright.

2

Keeping your knees slightly bent and your back straight, bend at the hips and lower the bar along the front of your legs as far as your flexibility allows.

3

Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then push your hips forward and stand back up to the starting position, keeping your back straight and using your glutes and hamstrings to lift the weight.

4

Repeat this movement for your desired number of repetitions, ensuring to maintain correct form throughout the exercise.

Pro Tip

Warm Up: Before starting the exercise, it is important to warm up your muscles to avoid injury. This could involve some light cardio, such as jogging or cycling, or doing some lighter lifts before moving onto the heavier weights. Gradual Increase in Weight: Don't start with heavy weights. Begin with a lighter weight to ensure you have the correct form and gradually increase as you get more comfortable with the exercise. This helps to prevent injuries that can occur from lifting weights that are too heavy. Controlled Movement: Avoid rushing through the exercise. The Smith Stiff Legged Deadlift should be performed in a slow