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Car Deadlift

Car Deadlift

CategoryStrongman
ForcePull
MechanicCompound

Imagine you're a mighty bear lifting a fallen tree to clear your path. The Car Deadlift channels that raw, primal strength, engaging your entire body to hoist a hefty load. It's a true test of a bear's power and determination. Because you're lifting a FUCKING car!

Instructions

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, positioning yourself in front of the car handles or frame.
  2. Bend at your hips and knees, keeping your back straight and core engaged.
  3. Grip the handles firmly.
  4. Drive through your legs and extend your hips to lift the car off the ground.
  5. Once the car reaches knee height, stand fully upright.
  6. Lower the car back to the ground with controlled motion.

Benefits

  • Builds full-body strength.
  • Improves grip strength.
  • Enhances functional power.
  • Strengthens the lower back and posterior chain.

Key Points

  • Keep your back straight throughout the lift.
  • Engage your core to maintain stability.
  • Use your legs to drive the lift.
  • Breathe properly – exhale during the lift and inhale on the way down.

Common Mistakes

  • Rounding the back.
  • Not using the legs to drive the lift.
  • Lifting too quickly without control.
  • Improper grip leading to loss of control.

Muscle Groups

ForearmsUpper LegLower BackLower LegCoreGlutesUpper Back

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