Smith Deadlift

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Learn how to do the Smith Deadlift with proper form and technique. This smith machine exercise primarily targets your Glutes, with secondary emphasis on Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Lower Back.

Smith Deadlift exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Smith Deadlift

Follow these steps to perform the Smith Deadlift with correct form:

  1. 1Set up the smith machine with the bar at hip height.
  2. 2Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward.
  3. 3Bend at the hips and knees, keeping your back straight and chest up, and grip the bar with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. 4Engage your core and lift the bar by extending your hips and knees, keeping the bar close to your body.
  5. 5Stand up straight, fully extending your hips and knees.
  6. 6Lower the bar back down by bending at the hips and knees, maintaining control and keeping your back straight.
  7. 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Smith Deadlift Muscles Worked

Primary

glutes

Secondary

hamstringsquadricepslower back

Exercise Details

Equipment
smith machine
Body Part
upper legs
Category
Extended

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