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Barbell Romanian deadlift

Setup

  • Position feet about hip-width apart and hold the barbell in front of thighs.

  • Grip the bar slightly wider than hip-width with an overhand grip.

  • Bend knees slightly and keep them mostly at this angle during the movement.

  • Brace core and keep back neutral.

  • Keep the bar close to your body.

Execution

  • Push hips back under control.

  • Keep barbell close to your legs as you lower it.

  • Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, keeping your back straight.

  • Drive hips forward to return to standing.

  • Fully extend hips at the top without hyperextending your lower back.