Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | barbell |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp barbell (maybe from rack) with wide mixed grip and stand upright. Keep arms straight and hold barbell in front of thighs.Execution
Flex hip to lower torso. Keep back straight. Move barbell toward toetips. Slightly flex knees. Return, optionally extend knees. Flex shoulders in upper position. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Keep looking ahead throughout the exercise. Range of motion depends on actual hip flexibility. Stand on elevation to increase range of motion.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Erector Spinae |
Synergist | Hamstrings | Gluteus Maximus | Hip Adductors |
Stabilizers | Rhomboids | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Middle | Latissimus Dorsi | Quadriceps | Rectus Abdominis | Obliques |
Front
Rear