Exercise library · Hamstrings
Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift
The Barbell Straight Leg Deadlift is a barbell exercise that targets the hamstrings, with the glutes and spine assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Hamstrings
- Also works
- Glutes, Spine
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body part
- Upper legs, Lower back
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet hip-width apart, holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Hinge at the hips and lower the barbell down your legs with legs straight or slightly bent.
- Lower until you feel a stretch in the hamstrings.
- Slowly return to the starting position by extending the hips.
- Keep shoulders back and maintain controlled movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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One of 800 exercises in Bravel
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