Elevating the toes and keeping the knees straight make this version of the deadlift an effective active mobility drill for the posterior chain. A relatively light weight should be used and the movement should focus on developing and building strength in a slowly increasing range of motion.
Cues:
- Stand on a slant board or with toes elevated on another surface
- Adjust the amount of toe elevation based upon your flexibility level
- Tilt the pelvis forward to engage the hamstrings and maintain the arch through your spine as you hinge forward
- Move slowly and with precision and control
Mistakes:
- Rounding the back
- Moving quickly
- Bending the knees
