Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift Exercise Guide
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
How to: Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift
- Stand with a wider than shoulder-width stance and the barbell positioned over your midfoot.
- Bend at the hips and knees to grip the barbell.
- Keeping your back straight, lift the barbell by extending your hips and knees until standing upright.
- 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.
Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift Alternatives
Tags
strength
hips
glutes
hamstrings
deadlift
weightlifting