hamstrings
Romanian deadlift
Build strong hamstrings and glutes.
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How to do it
- Hold a barbell at hip height with an overhand grip.
- Soften your knees and push your hips back.
- Lower the bar down your thighs, keeping your back flat.
- Stop when you feel a hamstring stretch, then drive your hips forward to stand.
Beginner tips
- Keep a slight bend in your knees throughout.
- Push your hips back, not your knees forward.
- Keep the bar close to your body.
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