How To Do The Stiff-Leg Deadlift

[wp_ad_camp_1]

Stiff-Legs Deadlift  is a type of classic deadlift aimed at working out the buttocks and muscles of the back of the thigh. This type of deadlift is also called “deadlift.” A key feature of the exercise is its implementation in the mode of medium and low intensity. Simply put, a stand-up on straight legs is not performed in a heavy power manner how classic deadlift, since it is very traumatic.

Main working muscles:

• Buttocks
• Hip biceps
• Back muscles

Execution technique Stiff Leg Deadlift

[wp_ad_camp_2]

1. Stand next to the barbell, grab it with a comfortable grip and hold the barbell at mid-calf level;
2. Straighten your legs and begin to raise the bar, straightening your back and at the same time including the muscles of the back of the thigh;
3. Complete the planned number of sets and reps.

Practical Tips, Benefits:

• Perform Stiff-Leg deadlift from skirtings or from a bench, and not from the floor;
  The lower you go down, the more your back will bend, so start moving and lower the weight at mid-calf level;
• In no case do this exercise in heavy power weight – this can lead to serious injury;
• If you experience any pain or discomfort immediately stop the exercise;
• As a safer and no less effective alternative to the stand-up on straight legs, the Romanian deadlift is suitable.

Many athletes often call deadlifts “stiff-leg deadlift,” but they are slightly different exercises in terms of technique. In both movements the same muscle groups are loaded, however, the stress accent changes – some muscles are loaded more and others less.

In this article, we will analyze the key differences between stiff-legs deadlift and classic deadlift. This information will be useful for both beginners and experienced athletes.

[wp_ad_camp_4]

Table of differences between deadlift and stiff-legs deadlift

Thus, the “Stiff-Legs Deadlift” differs significantly from the classic deadlift both in terms of execution technique and in focus on the development of specific muscles. One can be put into a complex for training legs, and the other can be performed on days of traning back muscles.

In more detail about deadlift and deadlift techniques:

• 4 Variation of the deadlift