Back to deadlifting at Grit Force Fitness, because strong in 2026 is a choice. Here are 6 reasons you should deadlift. 1) ACTIVATE YOUR HIP EXTENSORS-which includes glutes and hamstrings which in turn can 2) REDUCE LOWER BACK PAIN. with proper technique increased strength protects this area 3) IMPROVE BONE MINERAL DENSITY leads to better protection from fractures and osteoporosis as we age 4) BOOST METABOLISM increased muscle burns more calories/energy at rest 5) STRENGTHEN CORE free weights str