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Trap Bar Deadlift

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What this trains

Front and back view. The highlighted part is where this exercise works most; paler areas are helpers.

Primary: Quadriceps

Secondary: Glutes, Hamstrings

How to

  1. 1For this exercise load a trap bar, also known as a hex bar, to an appropriate weight resting on the ground. Stand in the center of the apparatus and grasp both handles.
  2. 2Lower your hips, look forward with your head and keep your chest up.
  3. 3Begin the movement by driving through the heels and extend your hips and knees. Avoid rounding your back at all times.
  4. 4At the completion of the movement, lower the weight back to the ground under control.