THERE’S A REASON SO MANY
trainers consider the deadlift the king of all exercises: few other moves recruit more muscle. In addition to your glutes and hamstrings, it hits your shoulders, quads, core and back – if you do it right. “Most guys don’t,” says Tony Gentilcore, cofounder of Cressey Sports Performance. Sure, you know the basics (keep the bar close, don’t round your back), but if you follow Gentilcore’s tips on this page, you can finally realise the move’s full potential.
1 TUCK YOUR CHIN
In fact, make it a double. You’ll align your entire spine, reducing your risk of injury and increasing power and stability.
2 KEEP YOUR BACK FLAT
Overarching is just as bad as rounding. For a “neutral” position, pull your shoulders towards your back pockets.…
