{"id":10804,"date":"2025-07-16T16:08:33","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T13:08:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.powerup.city\/?p=1402"},"modified":"2026-03-05T09:03:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T09:03:51","slug":"hugh-jackman-lifts-like-wolverine-at-56-and-its-paying-off","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.powerup.city\/bh\/magazine\/hugh-jackman-lifts-like-wolverine-at-56-and-its-paying-off\/","title":{"rendered":"Hugh Jackman Lifts Like Wolverine at 56 \u2013 And It’s Paying Off"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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At 56, Hugh Jackman\u00a0 <\/span>@thehughjackman<\/span><\/a> is proving age is irrelevant when it comes to staying strong and powerful. The Aussie superstar\u2014best known for his iconic role as Wolverine\u2014recently posted a video on Instagram, showing off his trap bar deadlift progress during downtime from his live shows at Radio City Music Hall.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Looking as lean and athletic as ever, Jackman confidently worked through eight clean reps with heavy plates on a trap bar, under the guidance of a coach. The cues were clear: pause at the bottom, light touch on the floor, push fast through the midfoot. The technique? Sharp. The effort? Solid. The energy? Undeniably Wolverine.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

This wasn\u2019t just a flex\u2014it was a reminder that training with intention and the right form goes a long way, especially as you get older. Instead of clinging to old-school ego lifting, Jackman demonstrates the value of smart programming.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What Makes the Trap Bar Deadlift So Effective?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Lower injury risk<\/span><\/b>: Keeps the spine in a safer, more neutral position than the traditional barbell deadlift.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Great for taller lifters<\/span><\/b>: At 6\u20192\u201d, Jackman benefits from the bar\u2019s geometry, which reduces awkward back strain.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Total body lift<\/span><\/b>: Targets glutes, quads, hamstrings, traps, arms, and core\u2014all in one lift.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Longevity-friendly<\/span><\/b>: Ideal for building strength and power without burning out joints or the lower back.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Trap Bar Deadlift the Right Way!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Muscles Targeted by the Trap Bar Deadlift<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Fans Are Loving It<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Comments on the post say it all:\u00a0<\/p>

\u201cThe Wolverine is coming back.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>

\u201cA little spray tan and you\u2019re ready for Mr. Olympia!\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>

\u201cKing energy.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>

Jackman didn\u2019t tag his usual trainer Beth Lewis in this post, but a female coach can be heard giving cues throughout, helping him keep control and build explosive power.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Why It Matters<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Actors in action-heavy roles often fall off the training bandwagon once the cameras stop rolling. Not Jackman. He\u2019s lifting smarter, staying injury-free, and continuing to look the part\u2014whether it\u2019s for the stage or a surprise Marvel cameo.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Ageing doesn\u2019t mean slowing down\u2014it means training with purpose. Hugh Jackman is a strong example of what focused, well-coached, technically sound lifting can do for long-term strength and aesthetics.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Visit one of the best renowned gyms in Bahrain to start your training: <\/span>@spartan.fitness.bh<\/span><\/a> or <\/span>Home – Spartan Fitness<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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