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Kickstand Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

Main muscle
Hamstrings
Muscle group
Legs
Equipment
Dumbbells

How to do it

  1. 1Stand holding a dumbbell in each hand, one foot forward bearing most weight.
  2. 2Rest the back foot lightly on its toes for balance.
  3. 3Hinge at the hips, pushing your glutes back as the dumbbells lower.
  4. 4Keep the front knee softly bent and the back flat.
  5. 5Drive your hips forward to return to standing.
  6. 6Complete the set, then switch which foot is forward.

Coaching cues

  • Hinge, don't squat
  • Back foot just for balance
  • Feel the hamstring stretch
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