Romanian Deadlift
Dumbbells
A dumbbell hip-hinge exercise that builds strength through the glutes and hamstrings.
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
Dumbbell
Focus
Glutes · Hamstrings · Back
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Push the hips backward.
Keep the dumbbells close to the legs.
Maintain a long neutral spine.
Stop when the hamstrings limit further movement.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Turning the movement into a squat.
Rounding the lower back.
Letting the dumbbells drift away from the body.
Exercise Family
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