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barbell straight leg deadlift
upper legshamstringsbarbell
Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing forward.
- Hold the barbell with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Bend at your hips and lower the barbell towards the ground, keeping your back straight and your knees slightly bent.
- Lower the barbell until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
- Engage your hamstrings and glutes to lift the barbell back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
gluteslower back
Additional Information
The barbell straight leg deadlift is a barbell-based exercise that primarily targets the hamstrings. This exercise is particularly effective for upper legs development and can be incorporated into various workout routines.