Exercise Library

Romanian Deadlift

Barbell/Dumbbell
Main Focus
hamstrings
Also Works
glutes

Suggested Sets & Reps

3-4 sets of 10-12 reps

Form Tips

Key cues for perfect form

  • Slight knee bend, hinge at hips
  • Feel stretch in hamstrings

Pro Tip: Focus on mind-muscle connection. Slow, controlled reps beat fast, sloppy ones every time.

Muscle Activation

Which muscles this movement targets

Front muscle view

Front

Back muscle view

Back

hamstrings
glutes

Common Mistakes

Avoid these to prevent injury and maximize gains

1Rounding the back
2Bending knees too much
3Not hinging at hips
4Looking up (straining neck)