The Army will include deadlifts as part of their physical fitness test. I can pass the minimum.
. I would have aced the two mile run even in my late 50's until my heart diagnosis.
BTW, they use the trap bar for the deadlift.
Army Combat Fitness Test
www.army.mil
Why a Trap (Hex) Bar instead of an Olympic bar for the 3 Repetition Maximum Deadlift?
Simple to set up and easier to learn than the barbell or Olympic bar deadlift.
Reduces loading (shear forces) on the lumbar spine.
Less chance of getting pulled forward creating excessive spinal flexion.
No hyperextension at lockout.
No need for a mixed grip.
D-handles may be used for people with insufficient hip range of motion.
Allows Soldier to safely lift heavier loads.
Enhanced posterior activation and patterning.
Increased muscular hypertrophy applicable to most athletic movements.