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Barbell Straight-Leg Deadlift To Row
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Barbell Straight-Leg Deadlift to Row is a strength training exercise that changes the conventional deadlift form. The straight-leg deadlift to row engages your posterior chain, a group of muscles on your backside, including the glutes, calves, lats, and hamstrings.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Stand up straight and grab a barbell with an overhand grip, with your arms shoulder-width apart, leaving your arms hanging in front of you. Bend at the waist and lean forward until your back is almost parallel to the floor. This is your starting position. -
Step 2
Squeeze your shoulder blades and pull the bar up to your chest. Return to the starting position by slowly extending your arms towards the floor.
Muscle Groups
Barbell Straight-Leg Deadlift To Row targets Abs, Back, Biceps, Glutes, Hamstrings, Hips, Legs as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Keep the bar close to your body during the deadlift.
- Avoid excessive use of your arms to lift weights.
- Focus on pulling your elbows back and bringing your shoulder blades together as you pull.
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