Barbell Deadlift
CompoundBack · Barbell
Primary Muscles
erector spinae
Secondary Muscles
calvesforearmsgluteshamstringslatslatsquadricepstraps
Form Tips
Stand in front of a loaded barbell. While keeping the back as straight as possible, bend your knees, bend forward and grasp the bar using a medium (shoulder width) overhand grip. This will be the starting position of the exercise.