Intermediate exercise

Rickshaw Deadlift

  • Strength
  • Strongman

Technique

How to perform Rickshaw Deadlift

  1. Load the frame evenly and stand centered between its handles with your feet about hip-width apart.
  2. Bend your hips and knees to take a firm grip, keeping your arms straight.
  3. Brace your torso and keep your back shape steady.
  4. Push through your whole feet and extend your hips and knees to stand with the frame.
  5. Finish upright without leaning back or pulling your shoulders into a forced squeeze.
  6. Bend your hips and knees to lower the frame under control, keeping your feet in place.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Gluteus Maximus, Erector Spinae, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis.

MuscleScoreRole
Gluteus Maximus0.8Target, Mover
Erector Spinae0.7Target, Stabilizer
Vastus Lateralis0.7Target, Mover
Vastus Medialis0.7Target, Mover
Trapezius0.4Stabilizer
External Oblique0.3Stabilizer
Internal Oblique0.3Stabilizer
Rectus Abdominis0.3Stabilizer