Resistance Band Deadlift
Technique guide
Set-up
- Stand on the middle of the band with your feet hip-width apart.
- Hinge down and hold one end in each hand, back flat and arms straight.
How to do it
- Drive through your feet and stand up tall, bringing your hips forward.
- Squeeze your glutes at the top.
- Hinge back down slowly, keeping your back flat.
Coaching cues
- Keep your hands close to your legs.
- Push the floor away rather than pulling with the arms.
Common mistakes
- Rounding the back at the bottom.
- Leaning back at the top.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
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