Stiff-Legged Barbell Deadlift
The Stiff-Legged Barbell Deadlift is a compound strength exercise performed with a barbell. It primarily targets the hamstrings, with the glutes and lower back working as secondary muscles. Suitable for intermediate lifters.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
intermediateMechanic
compoundEquipment
barbellCategory
strengthInstructions
- Stand holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
- Keep your legs straight or with only a very slight bend.
- Hinge at your hips to lower the bar toward the floor.
- Lower until you feel a deep stretch in your hamstrings.
- Drive your hips forward to return to standing.