There are many reasons why we love the deadlift: it works all the posterior chain muscles, it’s functional, and can deliver superior strength and muscle gains. But, a debate that still surrounds this ...

The main difference between the sumo and conventional deadlift is easy to see: foot position. The conventional variation requires lifters to stand with the feet shoulder-width apart and facing forward ...

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review ...

1) Reach down. 2) Grab a loaded barbell. 3) Stand up. That’s a DL in the simplest terms. The DL strengthens your hamstrings, glutes, spinal erectors, and shoulders. More specifically, the DL and its ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. A deadlift, in which ...

Undeniably, the deadlift is one of my favorite exercises—and no, not just because my long monkey arms make lifting heavy things off the ground easier. As a personal trainer, it’s one of my favorite ...

Deadlifts: you either love ‘em or are afraid of ‘em. To the casual eye, they look like a great way to throw out your back (and you can if you have terrible form), but they’re actually one of the best ...

The correct deadlift form involves placing your feet about shoulder-width apart from the bar. Then, grab the bar on either side of your feet while sitting your hips back and hardening your core. Drive ...