Barbell Pause Deadlift

Expert Advice

How-to-do Steps

1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with the barbell over your shoelaces.
2. Bend at the hips and knees, and grip the barbell with hands shoulder-width apart.
3. Lift the barbell by extending your hips and knees to a standing position.
4. Pause at the top for a count of two, squeezing your glutes.
5. Lower the barbell back to the ground under control.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Details

Primary

Lats30%

Glutes30%

Quads20%

Secondary

Calves10%

Hamstrings10%

Equipment

Barbell

Exercise Type

Strength