Beginner
Dumbbell Romanian deadlift
The Romanian deadlift with a pair of dumbbells.
- Works
- Hamstrings, Glutes
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
How to do it
- 1Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs.
- 2Push your hips back with soft knees, letting the dumbbells travel down close to your legs.
- 3Stop at a deep hamstring stretch with a flat back.
- 4Squeeze your glutes to stand back up.
Coach's tips
- Imagine closing a car door behind you with your hips.
Dumbbells taken? Do this instead
Same muscles, different equipment. Closest match first.