It’s a Trap (Daily Workouts – 022626)
Before Getting Started
02/26/26
It’s a Trap
| 1A | Bodyweight Squat w/ Band | 2 x 10 |
| 1B | DB RDL | 2 x 10 |
| 2 | Trap Bar Deadlift | 3 @ 60% |
| 2 x 3 @ 70% | ||
| 3 x 3 @ 75% | ||
| 3A | Walking Lunges | 3 x 20yd |
| 3B | Floor Slider Leg Curl | 3 x 8 |
| 4A | Overhead Squat | 4 x 5 |
| 4B | Plank | 4 x 30 sec |
| 5A | Goblet Squat | 2 x 20 |
| 5B | DB Shrug | 2 x 20 |
Coach’s Notes
Two things I want to point out on today’s lift.
First, if you do not have access to a trap bar for Trap Bar Deadlifts, then yes, you can sub in regular Deadlifts. However, if you have a way to elevate the bar a few inches off the ground (using blocks, a rack, etc), do so. This will help simulate the higher handles of a trap bar more closely.
Also, the weights/percentages are rather moderate. Trying to keep things dialed down a bit still after the Back Squat PRs on Monday. If you’re feeling great and want to bump those numbers up a bit, go for it.
Second, Overhead Squats. This is one of my all-time favorite exercises and one that my athletes do multiple times a week. If you’ve never Overhead Squatted with a barbell before, it can be a humbling experience. Almost any deficiency in mobility or stability can wreak havoc on your ability to Overhead Squat.
So, start light. Either with just the bar or even a PVC pipe or broomstick if you have one. Only once you feel comfortable would I even think of adding weight.
