How to do it
Squeeze your glutes hard to lock your hips forward at the top.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.
- 2
Hinge at the hips and push your buttocks back, keeping your legs straight with a slight bend in the knees.
- 3
Lower the barbell towards the ground, maintaining a flat back and keeping the bar close to your legs.
- 4
Once you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, reverse the motion by driving your hips forward to return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement to protect your spine and ensure maximum engagement of the targeted muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the lower back during the hinge
- ✕Bar drifting away from the legs
- ✕Bending the knees too much