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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Traditional deadlifts are like black coffee-they work miracles without any fuss. But sometimes you need a little something more-an extra kick of caffeine, a little boost of flavor-so you opt for a ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. A deadlift, in which ...

Deadlifts: you either love ‘em or are afraid of ‘em. To the casual eye, they look like a great way to throw out your back (and you can if you have terrible form), but they’re actually one of the best ...

The deadlift isn’t just for powerlifters and strong competitors, everyone can benefit from including this compound movement in their training – whether you’re a beginner or a well-versed athlete.

While the conventional deadlift is one of the most important compound exercises out there, the kettlebell deadlift is not far behind. In fact, it offers a unique advantage. “But the kettlebell ...