How to do it
Push your knees outward in line with your toes as you drive up.
- 1
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, with the barbell on the ground in front of you.
- 2
Bend at the hips and knees to squat down and grip the outer edges of the plates.
- 3
Keep your back straight and chest up as you lift the barbell by extending your hips and knees.
- 4
Stand up fully with the barbell, then lower it back to the ground under control.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Grip the plates instead of the bar to increase grip strength and challenge your forearms, but ensure you maintain proper form to avoid injury.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the lower back during the pull
- ✕Hips shooting up before the chest rises
- ✕Letting the plates tilt sideways in the grip