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Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

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What this trains

Front and back view. The highlighted part is where this exercise works most; paler areas are helpers.

Primary: Hamstrings

Secondary: Glutes, Lower Back

How to

  1. 1Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs, feet hip-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
  2. 2Push your hips back and slide the dumbbells down your legs until you feel a strong stretch in your hamstrings.
  3. 3Drive your hips forward to stand tall, squeezing your glutes at the top.
  4. 4Keep your back flat and the dumbbells close to your legs throughout.