All the strength, Less of the strain 💪

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When it comes to building serious strength with minimal fuss, few lifts deliver like the trap-bar deadlift.

For starters, it’s a full-body effort — you’re hitting the glutes, quads, hamstrings, mid-back, lower back, traps, core, and grip. It builds the kind of strength that carries over well beyond the gym floor. It might look like a regular deadlift, but the trap bar changes how you line up and where the work goes.

The neutral grip keeps your shoulders in a stronger, more natural position — especially handy if you spend a lot of time at a desk or behind a wheel. And because the handles sit at your sides, not in front, you naturally lift from a slightly more upright stance. For most people, that means less strain on the lower back and a lift that feels smoother and more powerful.

It’s also easy to adjust. You can raise the bar on blocks to match your mobility or comfort level — and still load it heavy. So whether you’re chasing numbers or just want to move well without the morning-after ache, the trap bar fits.

Sure; If you’re a keen powerlifter, or just love the barbell, the conventional deadlift makes perfect sense. But if you’re training to be strong for life — without the extra wear and tear — the trap-bar deadlift might be your best hinge in the gym for building serious strength.

All the strength, less of the strain — that’s a good trade.

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Jamie