Barbell Banded Romanian Deadlift

Description

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.

Muscle Group

Hips

Equipment Required

Barbell

Barbell Banded Romanian Deadlift Instructions

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.

Barbell Banded Romanian Deadlift Form & Visual

Barbell Banded Romanian Deadlift 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