This exercise involves performing a Romanian deadlift with a barbell while using resistance bands to add extra tension to the movement. It primarily targets the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back muscles.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Barbell
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the posterior chain muscles including the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back
- Improves hip hinge movement pattern and strengthens the core
- Increases overall strength and power for other exercises such as squats and deadlifts
- Helps to prevent injury by improving flexibility and stability in the lower body
- The addition of bands adds resistance throughout the entire range of motion, increasing the difficulty and effectiveness of the exercise
How to perform
- Place a barbell on the ground and add resistance bands to each end of the bar.
- Stand in front of the bar with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing forward.
- Bend down and grip the bar with an overhand grip, keeping your hands shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and lift the bar off the ground, straightening your legs and standing up tall.
- Slowly lower the bar back down to the ground, keeping your back straight and your core engaged.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Hamstrings
Primary
Glutes
Primary
Lower Back
Primary
Abs
Secondary