Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift

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Learn how to do the Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift with proper form and technique. This barbell exercise primarily targets your Hamstrings, with secondary emphasis on Glutes, Lower Back.

Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift

Follow these steps to perform the Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift with correct form:

  1. 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing forward.
  2. 2Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. 3Bend at your hips and lower the barbell towards the ground, keeping your back straight and your knees slightly bent.
  4. 4Lower the barbell until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
  5. 5Engage your hamstrings and glutes to lift the barbell back up to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift Muscles Worked

Primary

hamstrings

Secondary

gluteslower back

Exercise Details

Equipment
barbell
Body Part
upper legs
Category
Main

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift work?

The Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift primarily targets your Hamstrings. Secondary muscles worked include Glutes, Lower Back. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your upper legs.

What equipment do I need for the Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift?

The Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift requires barbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift with proper form?

Start by stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing forward.. Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Bend at your hips and lower the barbell towards the ground, keeping your back straight and your knees slightly bent. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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