Day 27 · Tuesday 27 October

Deadlift

If you have a heart condition or other health condition, check with your GP that this is safe for you first.

Beginner Hip hinge

Play video: Beginner: Hip hinge
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  • Stand tall with your feet hip distance apart and a soft bend in your knees
  • Place your hands on your hips
  • Push your hips back to hinge forward with control, keeping your spine long
  • Return to standing by driving your hips forwards, keeping the movement smooth

Intermediate Deadlift with weights

Play video: Intermediate: Deadlift with weights
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  • Stand tall with your feet hip distance apart and a soft bend in your knees, holding weights in front of your thighs
  • Keep your arms close to your body and your spine long
  • Push your hips back to hinge forward with control, keeping your back flat
  • Return to standing by driving your hips forwards, squeezing your glutes at the top

Advanced Deadlift progression optional

No separate video — this builds on the Intermediate move.

  • Add one additional round
  • Increase the weight using household items, such as cans or water bottles
  • Lower the weights further towards or just below your knees, remaining in control