Romanian Deadlift
The Romanian Deadlift is a compound strength exercise performed with a barbell. It primarily targets the hamstrings, with the calves, glutes, and lower back working as secondary muscles. Suitable for intermediate lifters.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
intermediateMechanic
compoundEquipment
barbellCategory
strength
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Instructions
- Stand holding a barbell at hip level with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your knees slightly bent and back flat.
- Hinge at your hips, pushing them back as you lower the bar along your legs.
- Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, keeping the bar close to your body.
- Drive your hips forward to return to the starting position.