- Begin with the barbell on the floor or on a rack
- Grip the barbell with a hook or overhand grip
- Stand vertically with the barbell after using a conventional deadlift to get it off the floor, alternatively lift from a rack at knee/hip height and take two small steps back
Romanian Deadlift How To
Why do it?
Romanian Deadlift focuses more on the posterior chain allowing you to develop the hamstrings/hips with lighter loads than conventional Deadlift. This makes it great for sports where you need to develop your posterior chain while avoiding injury.
Form Check
Instructions
- Lower the bar below the knees by reversing your backside with your knees slightly bent, shoulders over the bar, holding tension on your hamstrings/glutes
- Activate the posterior chain to lift the bar off the floor
- Clench your glutes and stand up straight, allowing the bar to travel vertically