How to perform Dumbbell Deadlift exercise - Exercise & Fitness Message Board

cartner · 01-01-2008, 05:33 AM

Hi,

I was searching online for an exercise, that is performed with Dumbbells, to strength my weak lower back. I have found the Dumbbell Deadlift exercise, but I found 2 version of it online. One that looks like a leg exercises and one looks like a back exercise, I don't know which one I should do.
Any advice?
Thanks,
Michael

Naxis · 01-01-2008, 12:19 PM

Deadlifts actually work both the legs and the lower back. The Stiff Leg Dead Lift (no bending at the knees) puts more focus on the lower back and glutes. The standard dead lift (bending the knees more like a squat) puts more focus on the legs. If you want to hit the lower back more, try the Stiff Leg Dead Lift and Good Mornings and be VERY careful about your form. Hope that helps.

cartner · 01-01-2008, 01:41 PM

Hi Naxis,
Yes I just did it and the one should be careful. Thanks for your help and I just want let you know about my condition. Do you remember when I posted about using weights for my dislocated left shoulder to make it more stable and stronger? I used 9 pounds dumbells set now I'm using 14 pounds set and I'm feeling strong, although I can't do all the shoulder exercises using that weight but I do my best

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Happy new year and thanks again for your help
Michael