Deadlift barsI love the dead-lift exercise. Why? because it’s a great way to build lower extremity strength and power. It’s also very functional, think about lifting a laundry basket or wheel barrow. The knock on the dead-lift is that can be challenging to perform with good form and that it can be hard on your lumbar spine. I recommend the hexagonal bar to those who have a history of lower back issues as studies indicate that there is less strain on the lumbar spine with the hexagonal bar. Let me know if you have any questions?

Thanks,

Ed Deboo, PT

Physical Therapy, Bellingham, WA