Target Muscles
Basic Muscle Groups |
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Lower-back (Main Target) |
Upper-back (Main Target) |
Hamstrings (Main Target) |
Glutes (Main Target) |
Advanced Muscle Groups |
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Erector-spinae (Main Target) |
Latissimus-dorsi (Main Target) |
Semitendinosus (Main Target) |
Biceps-femoris (Main Target) |
Glutes (Main Target) |
Difficulty
Steps
Stand with your feet hip-width apart and position a barbell on the ground in front of you.
Grasp the barbell with one hand using an overhand grip, keeping your back flat and chest up.
Push through your heel and extend your hips and knees to lift the barbell off the ground, keeping it close to your body.
Reverse the movement to lower the barbell back towards the ground, then repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Switch hands and repeat the movement with the other arm.
Benefits
Strengthens the muscles of the lower body, including the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back.
Improves hip and knee stability.
Develops unilateral strength and balance.
Equipments