How to perform the romanian deadlift

  1. 1

    Soften the knees

  2. 2

    Push the hips back

  3. 3

    Keep the bar close

  4. 4

    Stop when the pelvis can no longer travel back

Common mistakes

  • Turning it into a squat
  • Reaching the bar toward the floor
  • Overextending at lockout

Alternatives

Dumbbell Romanian deadliftGood morningCable pull-through