Exercise Description: Stiff Leg Deadlifts

Specs: Muscles Worked: The primary muscles worked during stiff-leg deadlifts are the Hamstrings, Glutes, and Lower Back. Secondarily are the Arms, Shoulders, Traps and Upper Back.

Instructions: 1) Stand with feet hip width apart with knees slightly bent (at 20°). 2) Start position: Grasp bar with overhand grip hip width apart. Back should be straight in a neutral position. 3) Bending at the hips, lower bar to approximately knee height. Keep knees bent at 20° throughout movement. 4) Return to start position. Remember to keep back straight - movement should occur at the hip. To facilitate this, shift glutes back as if ready to sit down. Knees should not move forward beyond the toes. Keep abdominals tight throughout exercise by drawing stomach in toward spine.