{"id":58785,"date":"2015-07-14T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-07-14T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breakingmuscle.com\/\/\/uncategorized\/8-unconventional-uses-for-the-trap-hex-bar"},"modified":"2023-07-28T22:10:55","modified_gmt":"2023-07-29T03:10:55","slug":"8-unconventional-uses-for-the-trap-hex-bar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breakingmuscle.com\/8-unconventional-uses-for-the-trap-hex-bar\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Unconventional Uses for the Trap (Hex) Bar"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most personal trainers would agree that the trap or hex bar is an essential piece of gym equipment.<\/strong> Mainly because it\u2019s the perfect regression exercise for the traditional barbell deadlift.<\/p>\n

Based on comfort and favorable execution, some may even argue the trap bar is preferred. <\/strong>Not only because long legs and short arms are removed as obstacles, but the unique design of the bar facilitates an upright body position that limits the potential for injury.<\/p>\n

Even though the trap bar deadlift has always served as a staple in my programming, I never explored alternative options until recently. Sure, I\u2019ve done my fair share of trap bar shrugs and jump squats, but I never experienced benefits with those movements like I have with the eight listed below.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Trap Bar Semi-Stiff Leg (Romanian) Deadlift<\/h2>\n

Not to worry, I had the same \u201cwhy didn\u2019t I think of that\u201d reaction when I first discovered these, too.<\/strong> Although I\u2019m reluctant to go as far as saying this is the best use for the trap bar, I\u2019m close to saying it. Largely because grip strength is one of the things that prevents people from reaching their full potential and experiencing full benefit from barbell RDLs. Further, the trap bar option facilitates a healthier back position and an increased ability to focus on it throughout the movement.<\/p>\n

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