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EZ-bar Stiff Leg Deadlift

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Targets: Hamstring

About

It’s a lower body movement using your hamstrings and glutes.

How to EZ-bar Stiff Leg Deadlift

Starting Position

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold the EZ bar in front of your thighs.

2. Keep your knees slightly bent.

Proper Form

1. Push your hips back and slowly bend your upper body.

2. Control the bar to come down to about the middle of your shins.

3. Stop at the point where your hamstrings feel tight, and rise using the strength of your hips and the back of your thighs.

4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Breathing Technique

Inhale when you bend down, and exhale when you stand up.

Precautions

1. Maintain spinal neutrality to prevent the lower back from rounding.

2. Do not lock your knees; keep them slightly soft.

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