5 Killer Trap-Bar Deadlift Variations
by Ben Bruno -

The trap bar is now considered must-have gym equipment. Here are some cool variations to help you get the most out of it.

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jtbrown0511: Thanks CS. I think everyone needs animal protein and she is trying to make the argument that she gets enough protein through plant and dairy sources. I think everyone needs animal protein and can't be your healthiest unless you have it.

KennyCrox: cueing to drive you legs through the floor as a means of breaking the weight off the floor is incorrect. Research (McLaughlin) has demonstrated that quad drive is dominate...but NOT a Conventional Deadlifter. This misconception continues to be perpetuated. Kenny Croxdale

KennyCrox: The deadlift is not a leg press. "It may help to think of the start of the pull as a standing leg press" is incorrect for a Conventional Deadlifters. Research (Dr Tom McLaughlin/PhD Exercise Biomechanics/Former Powerlfiter) shows that the lower back break the weight off the floor. Reserach by Bret Contreras has demonstrated that in the bottom position, the hamstrings are instrumental in moving the weight. Since the leg press is a quad dominate movement,

Chris Shugart: @jtbrown: Very difficult to get everything you need from a vegetarian diet without a lot of supplementation. Also, if she's a "healthy" vegetarian (as opposed to what I call a Twinkie vegetarian), too much fiber can also cause more problems than adequate fiber intake fixes. But digestive issues are complex, so it's very tough to guess the causes because there are so many varied causes. Make sure she's getting iron and saturated fat (coconut oil) as well.

jtbrown0511: @CS / all: Hey everyone quick question here. My girlfriend is a vegetarian and has some digestive issues. Do you think being vegetarian can cause digestive problems and that being vegetarian does not allow you to be getting all the necessary nutrients our bodies need? I'm trying to convince her to eat meat again. Thanks in advance.

Jesse Irizarry: @phatphit - I agree with DSSG and PhilGER. These are pretty basic movements if you're trying to stay as strong as you can.

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Ben Bruno graduated Summa Cum Laude from Columbia University. He currently trains athletes at Mike Boyle Strength and Condition in North Andover, Massachusetts and publishes a blog at www.benbruno.com.