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Suitcase deadlift

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EasyAbout 5 minOn your own

Deadlifting a weight from beside one foot. Leg and hip strength, with the trunk working to stay square.

Set up

Steps

1. Push the hips back and hinge down to grip the handle
2. Stand up by pushing the floor away
3. Hinge back down to the floor
4. Do the reps, then swap sides

Coaching points

• Flat back
• Shoulders level, no leaning
• Hips back: it is a hinge, not a squat

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