Exercise
Leverage Deadlift
Also known as: hammer strength deadlift, machine deadlift, lever deadlift
Leverage Deadlift is a compound exercise for the quadriceps and glutes. Main target: vastus lateralis, vastus medialis and gluteus maximus. Also works: biceps femoris, lower back and traps. Equipment: machine.
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Load the pins to an appropriate weight. Position yourself directly between the handles. Grasp the bottom handles with a comfortable grip, and then lower your hips as you take a breath. Look forward with your head and keep your chest up. This will be your starting position.
- Return the weight to the starting position.
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Alternatives with other equipment
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