A full deadlift starts from the floor and finishes with the hips and knees locked together. It is a whole-body strength lift with a large glute and hamstring demand.

Diagrams show the shape of the movement. Follow the written steps before you add load.
Equipment. Barbell
Muscles. gluteus maximus, hamstrings. Also erectors, quadriceps, core
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