There are many reasons why we love the deadlift: it works all the posterior chain muscles, it’s functional, and can deliver superior strength and muscle gains. But, a debate that still surrounds this ...

The main difference between the sumo and conventional deadlift is easy to see: foot position. The conventional variation requires lifters to stand with the feet shoulder-width apart and facing forward ...

Next time you’re in the gym doing deadlifts, take a page out of the wrestler handbook and try it sumo style. Named for the wide stance that sumo wrestlers get into before facing their opponent, a sumo ...

A paused deadlift is a conventional or sumo deadlift with a deliberate stop during the concentric (ascent), typically 1–3 ...

Choose the deadlift(s) that work best for you and start building full-body strength. While most people are referring to conventional barbell deadlifts when they mention the deadlift, there are a slew ...

The deadlift builds total-body strength and power like few other exercises, but it can put stress on your back if your form isn’t perfect. Related: How to Tell If the Deadlift Is Safe For You Doing ...

A deadlift, in which you grab a barbell from the ground and stand up with it, is both one of the simplest barbell lifts and one of the heaviest. But what happens if you do the lift with your feet ...

The number of variations that sports scientists and fitness experts have found for every exercise is enough to give you a headache. But it’s always better to have variations than not. Choosing which ...