Deadlift

In the deadlift, a loaded barbell is placed on the floor. The athlete squats down and lifts the bar until the legs and back are straight, and the shoulders pulled back with chest proud. The bar is then returned to the floor in a controlled manner.

In competition, the top of the movement is finished by 'locking-out', which means to straighten the back and lock the knees into a balanced position.

Disqualification results from the athlete failing to stand completely upright or for using the thighs to assist the lift (hitching).