It seems that this exercise goes against the wisdom of “lift with your legs.” Why is that?
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It can do that especially at heavier weights. Back issues are common in pro powerlifting.
It’s part legs, part hip hinge. Risk of injury is reduced if you keep your back straight and not rounded.
Since it’s also such a good general exercise, the benefits usually utweight the issues. Sets with many reps are typically not recommended tho.
Most injuries come from doing it too often or with too heavy weights.
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