A beginner strength exercise done with a machine that mainly works the quadriceps, with help from the glutes and hamstrings. 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.
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Primary
Quadriceps
Secondary
Glutes, Hamstrings
Equipment
Machine
Level
beginner
Leverage Deadlift demonstration
Leverage Deadlift, starting positionLeverage Deadlift, finishing position
How to Perform
1Load 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.
2Return the weight to the starting position.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
•Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
•Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
•Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
•This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
•As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently
