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Hex bar Romanian deadlift

A compound exercise for the hamstrings and glutes, with help from the lower back, forearms. Equipment: trap bar.

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WorksHamstringsGlutesLower backForearms

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Stand inside the hex bar holding the high handles.
  2. Push the hips back with soft knees
  3. Stop at mid-shin and stand tall

Muscles worked

Hex bar Romanian deadlift: 3D figure mid-rep with the hamstrings and glutes highlighted

Equipment

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