Block Pull
Back
Barbell
Intermediate
THE CUE
A deadlift with the bar starting elevated on blocks. Targets the lockout portion of the deadlift and allows heavier loads.
MUSCLES WORKED
Erector Spinae, Trapezius, Glutes
Also: Hamstrings, Forearms, Rhomboids
COACH'S NOTE
Bar elevated on blocks, lockout focus
How to do it
01
Set blocks, mats, or plates on the floor so the barbell is elevated 2-6 inches above its normal starting height. Stand with feet hip-width, bar over midfoot.
The full block pull guide is in the app.
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3 more steps
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3 common mistakes and how to fix them
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Animated demo and a rest timer, set by set
Open it in Fittrexx — free
How Fittrexx programs it
compound · strength
STYLE
Full gym
WHERE
🔒 In the app
SETS × REPS
🔒 In the app
REST
Fittrexx writes the sets, reps, rest and starting weight for block pull from your goal, experience and gear, then adjusts them as it learns how you recover.
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IN THE APP
Log block pull in seconds.
Weight × reps per set, your previous set shown beside it, and a live bar that tells you whether this session beats last time.
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