Dead Lift

5/8/2006 12:00:00 AM | General

Muscles Used	Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Indermedialis, Vastus Medialis, Gluteus Maximus, Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus, Erector Spinae
Movement Classification	Push
Modality Choices	Barbell, Dumbbell, Machine, Manual Resistance
Starting Position	Stand with feet slightly wider than shoulder width apart, lower hips until thighs are almost parallel to the floor and grab the bar. Keep back flat, head up, and feet flat on the floor.
Description	Stand upright by straightening the legs and upper torso. Pause momentarily and then recover to the starting position.
Spotting	Be prepared to assist at the movement arm of the machine.
Points To Emphasize	1. Do not lift your hips quickly, move the whole body together 2. Do not snap or lock your knees when standing 3. Keep your shoulder blades together, this will help keep the back flat.