Barbell Deadlift
Exercise Data
Type: Strength
Main Muscle Worked:
Lower Back
Other Muscles:
Calves, Forearms, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lats, Middle Back, Quadriceps, Traps
Equipment:
Barbell
Mechanics Type: Compound
Level: Intermediate
Sport: Yes
Force: Pull
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Barbell Deadlift
Feb 22, 2012 2:54 PM: The ultimate body building workout. Msst important thing to do is learn the form first!
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Barbell Deadlift
Feb 17, 2012 8:01 PM: Brilliant exercise to increase testosterone levels
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Barbell Deadlift
Sep 27, 2011 7:48 AM: Love it or hate it you gotta include deadlifts in your routine. A piece of advice, perfect your form first and avoid loading up the plates to quickly. Of all the exercises in the gym, deadlifts are the hardest to perfect and easiest to injure yourself with. One final note, do NOT curl your back....+See More
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Barbell Deadlift
May 11, 2011 2:29 AM: This an All-time Fav. Can't complete a week without it. It hasn't been one time I haven't felt pumped and hard doing the deadlift, it's hard for alot of beginners, alot of people do it wrong, look at the video BB.com got, great way to learn the technice, if you learn it wrong the first time, then for...+See More
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Barbell Deadlift
Apr 22, 2011 10:45 PM: Throw some weight on the bar and do 5 sets of 5
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Barbell Deadlift
Mar 10, 2011 5:56 AM: super
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Barbell Deadlift
Jan 19, 2011 1:15 PM: never leave it out of your program no matter what, and if u really want to see the power from this exercise transfer to other exercises work on your technique, don't bounce the barbell, stop for a second before each lift, keep your back straight and don't worry about upping the weight till you can do...+See More
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Barbell Deadlift
Jan 7, 2011 8:58 AM: No matter your goals, always do this exercise in your routine.
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Barbell Deadlift
Jun 28, 2010 7:34 AM: Great exercise but very dangerous wspecially if you have back issues...ive seen plenty of cases where anyone from novice to experianced weight trainers have ended up with slipped disks, bulging or herniated disks from using improper form. It is very easy if you are not focused at all times to during...+See More
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Barbell Deadlift
Jun 4, 2010 4:19 PM: I have found that if I keep my elbows slightly bent it forces my shoulders back and keeps me straight. Inverted grip helps as well, gets focus off grip and on lift.
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Barbell Deadlift
Apr 14, 2010 1:56 PM: Always keep your back straight with this one no rounding ever. i find looking up at the ceiling helps keep it straight
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Barbell Deadlift
Mar 3, 2010 2:28 PM: Keep the bar close do not jerk the weight stay smooth and arch your back at the top position
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Barbell Deadlift
Feb 14, 2010 3:40 PM: The video shows the bar a little too far out from the body, especially during the "lock-out" phase. You should keep the bar brushed up against your body through the entire motion. Also keeping your arms loose and not bent will help you avoid tearing or straining a bicep muscle once the weight...+See More