Trap Bar Deadlift

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Trap Bar Deadlift

Category
Strength
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Other
Force
Pull
Mechanic
Compound

Primary Muscles

Quadriceps

Secondary Muscles

GlutesHamstrings

Instructions

  1. 1

    For this exercise load a trap bar, also known as a hex bar, to an appropriate weight resting on the ground. Stand in the center of the apparatus and grasp both handles.

  2. 2

    Lower your hips, look forward with your head and keep your chest up.

  3. 3

    Begin the movement by driving through the heels and extend your hips and knees. Avoid rounding your back at all times.

  4. 4

    At the completion of the movement, lower the weight back to the ground under control.

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