Barbell Rack Pull (Bent Knees)

Place the barbell securely on level rack supports and stand close to it with both feet planted.

Take the demonstrated overhand grip, bend the hips and knees, and brace the trunk with straight arms.

Use the bent-knee starting position shown rather than turning the lift into a straight-leg hinge.

Keep the bar close and the feet firmly planted.

Jerking the bar from the supports or rounding the lower back.

Letting the bar drift away from the legs or bending the elbows to lift it.

Leaning backward at lockout or bouncing the bar off the supports.