How To Do Dumbbell Romanian Deadlifts

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The RDL IS A GREAT EXERCISE THAT isolates your posterior chain (glutes, hamstrings, and low back) more than the conventional deadlift.

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BENEFITS OF THE DUMBBELL ROMANIAN DEADLIFT

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MUSCLES WORKED DURING THE DUMBBELL ROMANIAN DEADLIFT

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PERFORMING THE DUMBBELL ROMANIAN DEADLIFT

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- Ideally, you should use flat sole shoes such as Converse Chuck Taylors, Nike Metcons, or Rebook Crossfit Nanos, to maintain a stable foot position.

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