Basic strength exercise: Barbell Deadlift

Here is an exercise you should start incorporating in your strength training exercises:  The Barbell Deadlift. But I do recommend to start out with supervision, like from a Personal Trainer.  Proper form and adequate weights are imperative in order to get the most benefit and avoid injury.

Why this move rocks: Besides engaging both your upper and lower half, this move also helps correct your posture because it counteracts hunching over a desk all day. To nail this exercise, keep your spine in a neutral position the entire time, he says.

How to do it: Load the barbell, and roll it against your shins. Bend at your hips and knees, and grab the bar with an overhand grip, your hands just beyond shoulder width (A). Without allowing your lower back to round, pull your torso back and up, thrust your hips forward, and stand up with the barbell (B). Squeeze your glutes as you perform the movement. Lower the bar to the floor, keeping it as close to your body as possible. That’s one rep.

(Photo: Women’s Health)

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