J Strength Cond Res May 2016 PMID 26840440

An Examination of Muscle Activation and Power Characteristics While Performing the Deadlift Exercise With Straight and Hexagonal Barbells.

Kevin D Camara, Jared W Coburn, Dustin D Dunnick, Lee E Brown, Andrew J Galpin, Pablo B Costa

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The group's discussions highlight specific aspects of the research, such as the differences in muscle activation patterns and the potential of hexagonal barbells to enhance power, with phrases like 'more effective at developing maximal force' showing a focus on practical applications. The tone combines technical analysis with curiosity, emphasizing the relevance of the study's findings for strength training.

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Most discussions acknowledge the findings, especially the benefits of the hexagonal barbell in developing power and force.

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Posts express high curiosity about muscle activation and performance differences, indicating strong interest.

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The discussions suggest the research could influence training practices and equipment choices, though not decisively transformative.

Abstract in brief

  • The study compared the effects of using a straight barbell versus a hexagonal barbell during deadlifts, finding no significant difference in maximum strength (1RM) for the two types of barbells.
  • EMG analysis showed that the hexagonal barbell led to more muscle activation in the front thigh muscles (vastus lateralis), while the straight barbell produced greater activation in the hamstrings (biceps femoris) and lower back muscles (erector spinae).
  • The hexagonal barbell also resulted in higher peak force, power, and velocity during deadlifts, suggesting it may allow for more effective or powerful lifts despite similar maximum strength levels.

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伊田 拓人
@bulky_fitness · X

ちなみにアスリートは普通のデッドリフトよりヘックスバーデッドリフトがおすすめ。 ヘックスバーデッドリフトの方が最大筋力、パワー、スピードなどを高めるために有効って研究もある。 身体をあんまり前傾しなくてもよい分骨盤も安定させやすく腰の負担少ないのもいいね!! https://t.co/ecqzcXBmH5 https://t.co/oHWZW1fuUT

Jul 8, 2021 · 6 likes · 5,961 followers View post →
Physio Phact
@PhysioPhact · X

Today’s #PhysioPhact is on different types of deadlifts and their respective differences in EMG and other metrics! Check it out! —— doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001352 https://t.co/Q3xrPfvRjB

Jun 16, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 98 followers View post →
Dean Turner
@DeanTTraining · X

@EDayWorkoutMan @waynewalls https://t.co/oT5kq78ueD https://t.co/jX4xi5Drdx https://t.co/jYVLGuYUEY

Dec 18, 2022 · 2 likes · 45,567 followers View post →
Ashley Samaniego
@ashfromguam · X

@mboyle1959 @Coach_Alejo They’re all deadlifts, but for sure not equal. https://t.co/Q4h2j3lulJ

Jan 26, 2021 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 1,229 followers View post →
Fred Duncan
@Fred__Duncan · X

3.) "An Examination of Muscle Activation and Power Characteristics While Performing the Deadlift Exercise With Straight and Hexagonal Barbells

Aug 11, 2024 · 11,895 followers View post →
Bob Alejo
@Coach_Alejo · X

RT @ashfromguam: @mboyle1959 @Coach_Alejo They’re all deadlifts, but for sure not equal. https://t.co/Q4h2j3lulJ

Jan 26, 2021 · 2 shares · 9,329 followers View post →

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Fred Duncan
@Fred__Duncan · X

3.) "An Examination of Muscle Activation and Power Characteristics While Performing the Deadlift Exercise With Straight and Hexagonal Barbells

Aug 11, 2024 · 11,895 followers View post →
17時帰宅!アスリートしか通わないジム経営|3児の父@タラ コウタロウ
@kotaro120682 · X

https://t.co/SvPr8kLRCK https://t.co/nrwo91wRvh https://t.co/0Dd0pV8Zc3 とりあえず、3つは、すぐにヒットしたので、参考にはなると思います。 これらの結果を整理し、どんな点に気を付けてトレーニング指導を行えば良いか?ってのを考えると良いかなと。

Dec 22, 2023 · 356 followers View post →
Blake Johnson
@SH4KEnBL4KE · X

@JMonne @StrengthDebates This one? Sorry, posted this in a different tweet before I saw this thread, my b. https://t.co/4HaeFL7tnS

Dec 22, 2022 · 374 followers View post →
Blake Johnson
@SH4KEnBL4KE · X

@StrengthDebates Define stress in this context, then we can have a great conversation. https://t.co/4HaeFLp4Ms

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Dean Turner
@DeanTTraining · X

@EDayWorkoutMan @waynewalls https://t.co/oT5kq78ueD https://t.co/jX4xi5Drdx https://t.co/jYVLGuYUEY

Dec 18, 2022 · 2 likes · 45,567 followers View post →
伊田 拓人
@bulky_fitness · X

ちなみにアスリートは普通のデッドリフトよりヘックスバーデッドリフトがおすすめ。 ヘックスバーデッドリフトの方が最大筋力、パワー、スピードなどを高めるために有効って研究もある。 身体をあんまり前傾しなくてもよい分骨盤も安定させやすく腰の負担少ないのもいいね!! https://t.co/ecqzcXBmH5 https://t.co/oHWZW1fuUT

Jul 8, 2021 · 6 likes · 5,961 followers View post →
Brett Fischer
@brettfischerDPT · X

RT @PhysioPhact: Today’s #PhysioPhact is on different types of deadlifts and their respective differences in EMG and other metrics! Check i…

Jun 16, 2021 · 1 share · 825 followers View post →
Physio Phact
@PhysioPhact · X

Today’s #PhysioPhact is on different types of deadlifts and their respective differences in EMG and other metrics! Check it out! —— doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000001352 https://t.co/Q3xrPfvRjB

Jun 16, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 98 followers View post →
Yacar-d
@YacarDaniel · X

RT @ashfromguam: @mboyle1959 @Coach_Alejo They’re all deadlifts, but for sure not equal. https://t.co/Q4h2j3lulJ

Jan 26, 2021 · 2 shares · 9 followers View post →
Bob Alejo
@Coach_Alejo · X

RT @ashfromguam: @mboyle1959 @Coach_Alejo They’re all deadlifts, but for sure not equal. https://t.co/Q4h2j3lulJ

Jan 26, 2021 · 2 shares · 9,329 followers View post →
Ashley Samaniego
@ashfromguam · X

@mboyle1959 @Coach_Alejo They’re all deadlifts, but for sure not equal. https://t.co/Q4h2j3lulJ

Jan 26, 2021 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 1,229 followers View post →
Simon Ammann
@simon__ammann · X

These results suggest that the barbells led to different patterns of muscle activation, and that the hexagonal barbell may be more effective at developing maximal force, power, and velocity. Source: https://t.co/vzo2EtED18

Aug 20, 2020 · 11 followers View post →
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