Barbell Dead Lifts

A barbell dead lift is an exercise that primarily works your lower back, but also your calves and hamstring.

Steps

1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart so that your feet are under the bar.
2. Keeping your back straight bend at the waist, allow some bend in your knees.
3. Grasp the par with an overhand grip approximately 16 inches apart.
4. Straighten your back as you hold the bar at arm’s length.
5. Bend over again lowering the bar to just above the floor.

Target Muscles: Lower Back, Calves, Hamstring