Romanian Deadlift
- Main muscle
- Hamstrings
- Also works
- Glutes, Back
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Movement
- Hip hinge · Multi-joint
Equipment
- Barbell
How to do it
- Stand holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip a little wider than shoulder-width, feet about hip-width apart.
- Soften your knees and push your hips back, letting the bar slide down your legs with your back straight.
- Lower until you feel a stretch in the back of your thighs, around mid-shin.
- Drive your hips forward to stand back up tall.
Beginner tip: Think about pushing your hips back to touch a wall behind you.