Lift the bar from the floor to standing.
How it’s done
- Feet hip width, bar over mid-foot.
- Hinge, grip the bar, tighten your back.
- Push the floor away, bar stays close to your legs.
- Stand tall, hips and knees locked.
Coaching tips
Lats tight, bar dragging up your shins. Do not jerk the bar off the floor.
Scaling options
Kettlebell deadlift, bar raised on blocks.
Not sure about a movement? Ask a coach before you start, and scale it to what feels right today.