Back
Eccentric Deadlift
Set up barbell as for conventional deadlift. Lift bar normally.
- Equipment
- Equipment
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Focus Area
- Back
- Injury risk
- Moderate
Primary muscles
- Gluteus Maximus
- Hamstrings
- Erector Spinae
Secondary muscles
- Quadriceps
- Core Stabilizers
- Trapezius
Target muscles
- legs
How to perform
- 1
Set up barbell as for conventional deadlift.
- 2
Lift bar normally.
- 3
Lower bar slowly over 3–5 seconds.
- 4
Maintain neutral spine throughout.
Safety & form
Train smart. Read these notes before adding heavy load.
