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Woman performing a Romanian deadlift with an AguaForce water weight

Romanian Deadlift

Targets the hamstrings and glutes through a controlled hip hinge, improving posterior chain strength and flexibility.

Main Muscles

  • Hamstrings

Supporting Muscles

  • Abs
  • Calves
  • Glutes
  • Lower Back

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How to perform

  • Stand tall holding an AguaForce weight with both hands in front of your thighs
  • With a slight bend in your knees, push your hips back and lower the weight along your legs
  • Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, keeping your back flat
  • Drive your hips forward to return to standing, squeezing your glutes at the top

Tips

  • Keep the weight close to your body throughout
  • Avoid rounding your lower back as you hinge