8/3/22 Deadlifts

Hello everyone! We’re bringing the heat this month and working on deadlifts! Deadlifts are a great way to build total body strength, with little to no equipment needed. You can use a dumbbell, stapler, water bottle, or whatever you have laying around the house and office.

Before we start deadlifts, let’s make sure your form is correct. The first 2 pictures are what a deadlift should look like. Your spine is straight, your core is engaged, and you’re lifting with your legs and not your back.

The third picture is an incorrect version of a deadlift. As you can see, the spine is rounded, the chest is caved in, and this incorrect posture can lead to injury of the back, legs, and spine. Try to avoid this movement when you lift objects from the ground.

Starting Position of Deadlift

Correct Deadlift

Incorrect Deadlift