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Romanian Deadlift

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3
Sets
10
Reps
Barbell
Equipment
8.50
Cal/min

🎯 Muscles Worked

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Primary
hamstrings,glutes
➕
Secondary
back

📋 How To Perform Romanian Deadlift

1
Hold a barbell or dumbbells in front of your thighs, feet hip-width.
2
Keep a slight bend in your knees — this stays fixed throughout.
3
Hinge at the hips, pushing them back, lowering the weight down your legs.
4
Go down until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, keeping your back flat.
5
Drive your hips forward to stand back up, squeezing your glutes at the top.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Romanian Deadlift work?
Romanian Deadlift primarily targets the hamstrings,glutes, with the back working as secondary muscles.
How many sets and reps of Romanian Deadlift should I do?
A typical starting point is 3 sets of 10 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.
What equipment do I need for Romanian Deadlift?
Romanian Deadlift requires a barbell.

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