‘I hurt my back deadlifting’‘I don’t want to deadlift, I’ll hurt my back’
The deadlift is one of the most powerful compound exercises when executed correctly. It engages multiple muscles of the upper/lower body and anterior/posterior chain. This makes the Deadlift one of the best way to build overall body strength
The Deadlift is quite a functional exercise and can be translated to everyday tasks such as lifting up children and other objects
The Deadlift requires deep control and stabilisation of the abdominal, gluteal, pelvic and lumbar spine musculature. Studies show that because of this, deadlifts can be beneficial in the prevention and reduction of low back pain
Deadlift injuries are due to improper technique and too much weight lifted, NOT because of the exercise itself. It is important to build up to a barbell Deadlift through other progressive exercises. This will help perfect the technique and prevent injury
Here are a couple of progressive Deadlift exercises you can perform to help perfect your technique
Hip Hinge with Dowel
Raised Kettlebell Deadlift 
Normal Kettlebell Deadlift 
Barbell Deadlift
Remember to consult a healthcare professional before commencing these exercises
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