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Romanian Deadlift

How to do it with good form, the muscles it works and what you need.

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Main muscle
Hamstrings
Also works
Glutes, Lower Back
Equipment
Barbell & plates

How to do it

  1. Stand tall holding the bar at your thighs, feet hip-width apart, knees slightly bent.
  2. Push your hips back and slide the bar down your legs, keeping your back flat.
  3. Stop around mid-shin, when you feel a strong stretch in your hamstrings.
  4. Drive your hips forward to stand back up.

Common mistakes

Know what to lift next

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