Exercise - Deadlifts

Lifting weights builds muscle and bones while it burns fat. You can use a barbell or dumbbells for this exercise. Start with a weight you can lift 12-15 times with good form.

1. Stand with your feet about hip-width apart. Hinge forward at your hips, bending your knees a little, and grasp the barbell or dumbbells with an overhand grip.
2. Keeping your back flat and your head in line with your spine, push your hips forward as you stand up until your hips and knees are straight. Hold the barbell or weights close to your body as you lift.
3. Hold for a few seconds, then hinge at your hips again as you return the weight to the floor. Be careful not to round your shoulders or bend your knees too deeply.