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Barbell deadlift
Keep toes pointed forward, feet a
hip-width's distance apart, and bar
close to your body.
Why: All of the above helps to keep the
bar in a singular plane throughout the lift,
causing less tension on the lower back.
Hinge at your hips.
Why: Hinging your hips ensures the
deadlift does what it is supposed to—
target your posterior chain. Hinging
at the hips ensures more muscular
engagement in your glutes and
hamstrings.
Tuck your chin and keep your core as
tight as possible.
Why: This helps keep your spine in a
neutral position, which avoids excessive
compression and reduces the risk of
spinal injuries.
Always seek professional guidance
before starting any workout routine.
Schedule a session with Kodie Trinidad
or one of our other skilled and certified
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Instructor Insights
With WAC Personal Trainer Kodie Trinidad
You don't need to be a bodybuilder or an elite athlete to prioritize strength
training in your routine. In the same vein a house requires a solid foundation,
your body does, too, regardless of your fitness goals. Building a strong foundation
can be achieved with compound movements—exercises that simultaneously
incorporate multiple muscle groups. ese should be a priority in any training
program, WAC Personal Trainer Kodie Trinidad says.
Take note of Kodie's top tips for safely performing three of the most common
compound exercises: the bench press, squat, and deadli. Read Kodie's tips for
proper execution of the squat and bench press online at wac.net/barbell-tips.
And for even more workout tips, visit wac.net/fitness-tips.
