Stiff-Leg Deadlift

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Sets

Reps

Barbell

Equipment

8.50

Cal/min

🎯 Muscles Worked

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Primary

hamstrings

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Secondary

glutes,back

Hold a barbell or dumbbells in front of your thighs, legs almost straight (very slight knee bend).

Hinge at the hips, pushing them back, lowering the weight down your legs.

Keep your back flat throughout — stop when you feel a strong hamstring stretch.

Drive your hips forward to stand back up, squeezing your glutes at the top.

Keep the weight close to your legs throughout the movement.

What muscles does Stiff-Leg Deadlift work?

Stiff-Leg Deadlift primarily targets the hamstrings, with the glutes,back working as secondary muscles.

How many sets and reps of Stiff-Leg Deadlift should I do?

A typical starting point is 4 sets of 10 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.

What equipment do I need for Stiff-Leg Deadlift?

Stiff-Leg Deadlift requires a barbell.

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