Kettlebell Romanian Deadlift
Strengthen your posterior chain! Target glutes & hamstrings with the Kettlebell Romanian Deadlift. Improve your hip hinge and build a stronger back.
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, knees slightly bent, holding a kettlebell in front of your thighs using both hands with a neutral grip.
2. Keeping your back straight and core engaged, hinge at the hips, pushing your buttocks back.
3. Lower the kettlebell just past the knees, maintaining a slight bend in the knees and keeping the back straight (don't let your lower back round).
4. Without rounding your back, push your hips forward to stand up, squeezing the glutes at the top of the movement.
5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions while maintaining proper form.
Remember to breathe in on the way down and breathe out on the way up. The focus of this exercise is on the hamstrings and glutes, so make sure the movement is driven by the hip hinge rather than the lower back. Keep the kettlebell close to your legs through the entire movement to ensure proper form and to engage the target muscles effectively.
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