Among the exercises, the Romanian deadlift is a movement that is often used for training. In fact, the Romanian deadlift is one of the types of deadlifts. Of course, the Romanian deadlift has a very good training effect, but if you want the training effect , correct action essentials are very important. So what are the essentials of the Romanian deadlift?
The essentials of the Romanian deadlift
1. Barbell Position the barbell at hip height with an overhand grip (palms facing down). Shoulders back, back arched, knees slightly bent. This is the starting position of the movement.
2. Lower the barbell and push your hips as far back as possible. Keep the barbell close to your body, head looking forward, shoulders back. Done correctly, you will reach the maximum flexibility of your hamstrings below the knee. Don't overdo it during this exercise.
3. At the end of this set, return to the starting position, push your hips forward, and stand straight.
Romanian Deadlift Breathing Method
Exhale when pulling up and inhale when lowering.
When heavy weight is applied, inhale and hold it, and adjust your breathing after completing a complete movement.
Common Romanian Deadlift Mistakes
Incorrect: The knees are not bent when lowering, resulting in a straight-legged deadlift.
Solution: When lowering, the hips sit back and the knees are slightly bent, but the calves are fixed.