Barbell Reeves Deadlift Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Reeves Deadlift
How to: Barbell Reeves Deadlift
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart holding a barbell at arm's length in front of your thighs.
- With a slight bend in your knees, hinge at your hips to lower the barbell toward the ground while keeping your back straight.
- Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, then reverse the movement by driving your hips forward and standing up tall.
- Repeat for desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back during the lift.
- Not engaging core muscles.
- Lifting too heavy too soon.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights untill comfortable.
- Perform the lift with a wider stance for better balance.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the lift for stability.
- Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
- Focus on pushing through your heels.
Barbell Reeves Deadlift Alternatives
Tags
deadlift
strength
hips
glutes
barbell
hamstrings