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

hamstrings

Secondary Muscles

glutes lower back

Level

intermediate

Mechanic

compound

Equipment

barbell

Category

strength
Stiff-Legged Barbell Deadlift, shown by a 3D figure

Instructions

  1. Stand holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
  2. Keep your legs straight or with only a very slight bend.
  3. Hinge at your hips to lower the bar toward the floor.
  4. Lower until you feel a deep stretch in your hamstrings.
  5. Drive your hips forward to return to standing.

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