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Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift

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Equipment

Barbell
Barbell

The Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift targets the posterior chain, focusing on hip hinge mechanics with a wider stance than a traditional deadlift. It primarily improves hamstring and glute strength, while also engaging the back for stabilization.

How to do it

  1. Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes slightly pointed out, and hold the barbell with both hands.
  2. Keep your back straight and core engaged as you hinge at the hips to lower the barbell along your shins.
  3. Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, then drive through your heels to stand back up, keeping the bar close to your legs.

Muscles worked

Primary Gluteus Maximus Hamstrings

Secondary Adductor Magnus Erector Spinae Trapezius Lower Fibers

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