deadlift is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the hamstrings and to a lesser degree also targets the traps, forearms, quads, calves, middle back, glutes, hip flexors and lower back ...more
deadlift is a free weights exercise that primarily targets the hamstrings and to a lesser degree also targets the traps, forearms, quads, calves, middle back, glutes, hip flexors and lower back.
The only deadlift equipment that you really need is the following: barbell. There are however many different deadlift variations that you can try out that may require different types of deadlift equipment or may even require no equipment at all.
Learning proper deadlift form is easy with the step by step deadlift instructions, deadlift tips, and the instructional deadlift technique video on this page. deadlift is a exercise for those with a intermediate level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Watch the deadlift video, learn how to do the deadlift, and then be sure and browse through the deadlift workouts on our workout plans page!
Dead lifts have a lot of benefits It's a compound lift so your working a couples muscle groups all in one move which is a good thing. It's great for working your hamstrings glutes and lower back. On a down side though, a lot of beginners hurt their back's doing this exercise. If your new to this lift I would recommend watching some form videos and have a mirror and a trainer to help you with form the first couple times you do it. Don't use a lot of weight on your first couple tries. Make sure you have mastered the form before loading up the bar with weight.
I used to really struggle with deadlifts but after watching my form very carefully and not jumping up in weight too fast I now love doing deadlifts.
One of the best way to learn deadlift, is doing dynamic training, West side Barbell style, wich mean using 40 to 60 % of your 1RM (light weights) and do a lot of 1 rep. Because it's fast (as fast as possible), you register the movement in your mind and after when you go heavy, you're stronger cause you're more connected mind to muscle (nurves strenght) and you know how the proper form should look like.