Trap Bar Deadlift
For 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.
The movement
About This Exercise
For 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.
1Setup
For 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.
2Execution
Lower your hips, look forward with your head and keep your chest up. Begin the movement by driving through the heels and extend your hips and knees. Avoid rounding your back at all times. At the completion of the movement, lower the weight back to the ground under control.
Pro Tips
- Begin the movement by driving through the heels and extend your hips and knees. Avoid rounding your back at all times.
- At the completion of the movement, lower the weight back to the ground under control.
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How to programme it
| Sets | 3 |
|---|---|
| Default reps | 12 |
| Rest | 60 sec |
| Movement pattern | Hinge |
| Movement type | Compound |