Legs / Beginner / Compound (multi-joint)

Leverage Deadlift

A machine exercise for the quads, with the glutes, hamstrings and forearms assisting.

At a glance

Primary

Quads

Secondary

Glutes, Hamstrings, Forearms & grip

Equipment

Machines

Movement pattern

Hip hinge

Level

Beginner

Type

Legs, Compound (multi-joint)

Loads the lower back. Use a load you can control and skip it if it causes pain.

How to do it

1. Load the pins to an appropriate weight. Position yourself directly between the handles. Grasp the bottom handles with a comfortable grip, and then lower your hips as you take a breath. Look forward with your head and keep your chest up. This will be your starting position.
2. Return the weight to the starting position.

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