Determining and comparing the optimum power loads in hexagonal and straight bar deadlifts in novice strength-trained males

Abstract Study aim : This study aimed to determine and compare the ‘optimum power load’ in hexagonal (HBDL) straight (SBDL) bar deadlift exercises. Material methods Fifteen novice strength-trained males performed three repetitions of HBDL SBDL at loads from 20–90% their one-repetition maximum (1RM). Peak power, average peak velocity, velocity were determined each repetition using a velocity-based linear position transducer. Results Repeated measures ANOVA revealed significant effect load for (all p < 0.001). Post-hoc analyses outputs similar across 50–90% 1RM, with highest recorded 80% 1RM (1053 W). The 40–90% 90% (843 A paired sample t-test that showed greater 60% (Hedges’ g size = 0.53), 50–70%, (g 0.56–0.74), 50% 0.53). However, 20% 0.52) 0.44). Conclusion Practitioners can use these target exercises (e.g., HBDL). may offer additional advantages resulting than SBDL.