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Intermediate
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Movement type
- Other
- Primary muscles
- Biceps Glutes Quadriceps
- Secondary muscles
- Lower back Trapezius
- Equipment
- Barbell
Barbell Deadlift
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Barbell Deadlift is a exercise targeting Glutes (gluteus maximus, gluteus mideus), Quadriceps (Quadriceps Femoris) using Barbell.
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How to perform it
- Bend at your hips and knees to grip the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Begin the lift by pushing through your heels, extending your hips and knees to lift the barbell off the floor.
- As the barbell passes your knees, continue to lift by extending your hips until you are standing upright with the barbell in front of your thighs.
- Lower the barbell back to the floor with control by pushing your hips back and bending your knees, maintaining a straight back and engaged core. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Variations and related exercises
4 Corners Side Step
Alternate Sprinter Lunge
Alternating Lunge With Rotation
Archer Step Back
Last updated: 29/08/2026
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