How to do it
Maintain even pressure across the whole foot during the hinge.
- 1
Stand with feet hip-width apart holding a barbell in front of your thighs.
- 2
With a slight bend in your knees, hinge at your hips and lower the barbell down along your legs.
- 3
Keep your back straight and lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
- 4
Return to the starting position by driving your hips forward.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep a slight bend in your knees and hinge from your hips to maintain tension on your hamstrings and glutes.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the lower back during the descent
- ✕Letting the barbell drift away from the legs
- ✕Locking the knees fully straight