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 hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
Hinge at your hips, pushing your glutes back as you lower the barbell towards the ground while keeping your back flat.
Keep a slight bend in your knees throughout the movement and maintain a straight back.
Lower the barbell until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, then return to the starting position by driving through your heels and extending your hips.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Benefits
Strengthens the muscles of the lower back, hamstrings, and glutes.
Improves hip hinge mechanics and flexibility.
Enhances athletic performance and functional strength.
Equipments