Dumbbell Romanian deadlift
A compound exercise for the hamstrings and glutes, with help from the lower back, forearms. Equipment: dumbbells.
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How to do it
- Setup: Dumbbells in front of the thighs.
- Hips back
- Back flat
- Squeeze the glutes to stand
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