There are several variants of trap bars (sometimes also called hex bars). Depending on which variant is used for training, different settings must be made in the exercise definition. In the following, 2 variants are considered to illustrate the problem in more detail.
The fact that this is a deadlift-like exercise ensures we always recommend using the included strap here. This absorbs impacts on the sensor. If problems occur, watch for the sensor ready icon to appear in the Direct Feedback View.
Variant 1: Trap bar with space on the middle axis
If, as illustrated, the sensor should be placed on the middle axis of the bar. You can select a barbell as the equipment for such sensor placement.
Variant 2: Trap bar without space on the middle axis
If, as shown in the illustration, the sensor cannot be placed on the middle axis of the bar, Hex bar equipment should be selected. Otherwise, repetitions may not be reliably recorded. The sensor has certain expectations for an exercise declared as a barbell exercise, which the exercise may not be able to fulfill at any given repetition. More specifically, this relates to skewing of the sensor, which would be abnormal for a barbell movement. A similar issue can also occur with Landmine Press, for example.