How to Do
How to Do Trap Bar Deadlift Hex Bar
The trap bar deadlift hex bar should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the trap bar deadlift hex bar.
Beginning
Beginning Trap Bar Deadlift
Begin by taking a hip-width stance with your toes pointed forward (in line with the knees).
Movement
Trap Bar Deadlift Movement
1. Squeeze the bar while pulling the shoulder blades down the back, allowing the chest and shoulders to be drawn upwards.
2. Push down into the floor with your legs while keeping your chest up.
3. Assume a vertical posture with your pelvis neutral (no lumbar extension/flexion) and your upper back set.
Benefits
Trap Bar Deadlift Benefits
The main advantage is that they place less stress on the lumbar spine than barbell deadlifts, which is important for people who suffer from back pain.
Exercise Aliases
Hex Bar Deadlift, Straight Bar Deadlift, Hex Deadlift Trap Bar.
