Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift

An intermediate strength exercise that targets the hamstrings and glutes.

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Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift exercise demonstration

Muscles Targeted

Primary

  • HAMSTRINGS
  • GLUTES

Secondary

  • LOWER BACK
  • ADDUCTORS

How to Perform

  1. With a sumo stance, hinge at hips keeping a neutral spine and soft knees. Maintain tension in posterior chain and lower bar to mid-shin with controlled tempo. Do not round the back. Use light–moderate weight given beginner and elbow sensitivity (grip options: straps if forearms/elbows sensitive).

Equipment Needed

  • Barbell

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General Safety

These general guidelines apply to every exercise: warm up first, choose a load and range you can control, and stop if you feel pain. Ask a qualified professional before training around an injury or medical condition.

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