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Exercise Directory: Straight Leg Deadlift

​The Straight Leg Deadlift is a great lower body exercise that really focuses on building your hamstrings [backs of your legs/thighs] ... and wait for it ... wait ... for it ... it helps to lift your butt.

STEP #1: Start by placing your feet side by side.

STEP #2: Grab 2 dumbbells and hold them in front of your body.

STEP #3: Stand tall.

STEP #4: Next ... slowly bend your upper body at the waist. Concentrate on pushing your butt out behind you so that you are hinging at the hips.

STEP #5: Let the dumbbells and your arms naturally hang in front of you. They will be near your shins at the bottom of this move.

STEP #6: Lower your upper body until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.

STEP #7: Slowly lift your upper body so that you are standing tall again.

​STEP #8: Repeat this movement for 15-20 repetitions.

NOTE: Do not over extend your back by leaning back at the top of the movement. Your body should be in a natural position when you stand up.

NOTE: Make sure your are not curving your back. Instead, try to keep your back straight from your booty to your shoulders.

Side View:

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​NOTE: ​This should not bother your back. If it does, STOP doing the exercise ... and lightly stretch your back and hamstrings.
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