Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Erector Spinae
Equipment
Barbell
Body Part
Hips
Primary Muscle
Erector Spinae
Secondary Muscles
Soleus, Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5.5
Alternate Names
Sumo Romanian Deadlift

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift

  1. Stand with a wider than shoulder-width stance and the barbell positioned over your midfoot.
  2. Bend at the hips and knees to grip the barbell.
  3. Keeping your back straight, lift the barbell by extending your hips and knees until standing upright.
  4. Lower the barbell back to the ground by bending at the hips and then the knees.

Common Mistakes

  • Rounding the back while lifting.
  • Using too much weight, compromising form.
  • Not engaging the core.

Modifications

  • Use a lighter weight or perform with just body weight.
  • Perform the exercise with a raised surface for comfort.

Tips

  • Make sure to keep your back straight throughout the movement.
  • Engage your core to stabilize your body.
  • Start with a lighter weight to perfect your form before progressing.

Tags

strength
hips
glutes
hamstrings
deadlift
weightlifting

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