Trap bar deadlift
A compound exercise for the quads and glutes, with help from the hamstrings, lower back, traps, forearms. Equipment: trap bar.
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How to do it
- Setup: Stand in the middle of the bar, handles beside your feet.
- Chest up
- Drive through the whole foot
- Lock out with the glutes
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