Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift
An intermediate strength exercise that targets the hamstrings and glutes.

Muscles Targeted
Primary
- HAMSTRINGS
- GLUTES
Secondary
- LOWER BACK
- ADDUCTORS
How to Perform
- 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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