Exercise

Trap Bar Deadlift

Also known as: hex bar deadlift, diamond bar deadlift, trap deadlift

Trap Bar Deadlift — position 1Trap Bar Deadlift — position 2

Trap Bar 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, traps and forearm flexors. Equipment: barbell.

EquipmentBarbell
TypeCompound (multi-joint)
MovementPull
CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

How to do it

  1. 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.
  2. Lower your hips, look forward with your head and keep your chest up.
  3. Begin the movement by driving through the heels and extend your hips and knees. Avoid rounding your back at all times.
  4. At the completion of the movement, lower the weight back to the ground under control.

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