glutessmith machine
smith deadlift
smith deadlift is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Set up the smith machine with the bar at hip height.
Step 2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward.
Step 3. Bend at the hips and knees, keeping your back straight and chest up, and grip the bar with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 4. Engage your core and lift the bar by extending your hips and knees, keeping the bar close to your body.
Step 5. Stand up straight, fully extending your hips and knees.
Step 6. Lower the bar back down by bending at the hips and knees, maintaining control and keeping your back straight.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
glutes
Secondary muscles
hamstringsquadricepslower back
Primary body parts
thighsglutes
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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