Tutorial: Romanian deadlift

Romanian deadlift

Target: Hamstrings, back, core

Form tips:

• Drive your hips backward as far as you can while keeping a straight back – this will ensure you feel these lifts in your hamstrings, not your lower back.
• Your spine should stay neutral.
• If you are a beginner, close your fists when gripping the bar so it doesn't slip.

Modification – Dumbbell single-leg deadlift:

• If you find it hard to get good range of movement, try the dumbbell single-leg deadlift to build up your range without the bar limiting you.