The trap bar deadlift is a variation of the original deadlift where you lift a specialty barbell shaped like a hexagon. This full-body exercise might also be called the hex bar deadlift.

But if you are new to deadlifts, you should use a trap bar. It does not put much strain on your back, thanks to its hexagonal ...

However, the trap bar deadlift, using a hex bar, puts more emphasis on your quads, as it helps you remain in a more upright position—and we all know how quickly those burn out on a hike!