The deadlift move recruits a lot of muscles in the lower body, including the hamstrings and the glutes, says Tamir. ... Tamir explains that deadlifts also work your traps, along with your lower, middle, and upper-back muscles.
Does deadlift work the whole back?
Deadlifts work your entire body
Deadlift training produces a lot of muscle activation in your lower body. A 2020 review of studies confirmed that deadlifts do well at activating all the muscles of the legs, back, core, and hips.
What back muscles are used in deadlift?
Back Muscles Used During a Deadlift
- Latissimus Dorsi. The latissimus dorsi is one of the largest muscles in the back. ...
- Rhomboids. The rhomboids major and minor rest between the shoulder blades. ...
- Trapezius. The trapezius is a large muscle that sits at the top of the back. ...
- Erector Spinae.
