Proper Deadlift Form

The correct way to deadlift involves the following steps:

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward.
2. Place the barbell over the middle of your feet, close enough that your shins touch the barbell.
3. Bend at the hips and knees to lower yourself down, keeping your back straight and chest up.
4. Grip the barbell with an overhand grip or mixed grip (one hand overhand, one hand underhand).
5. Engage your core and glutes, and begin lifting the barbell by pushing through your heels and straightening your hips and knees simultaneously.
6. Keep the barbell close to your body throughout the lift.
7. As you stand up, keep your back straight and shoulders back, avoiding rounding or arching your back.
8. Once you are fully upright, reverse the movement and lower the barbell back to the ground in a controlled manner.

Remember to start with lighter weights and focus on proper form before adding more weight to avoid injury. If you are new to deadlifting, it's a good idea to seek guidance from a qualified fitness trainer to ensure you are performing the exercise correctly.