What Are Romanian Deadlifts? Perfect Your Form With This Trainer-Approved RDL Workout
Fire up your glutes and hamstrings with just one seriously effective move.
If one of your goals is a super strong lower body, there's one move you absolutely need to master. It's a Romanian deadlift, or RDL.
“RDLs are one of, if not the most effective hamstring and glute exercises around,” says Darin Hulslander, a certified strength and conditioning specialist and personal trainer with This Is Performance. (Talk about a glowing endorsement!)
Romanian deadlifts are a variation on the traditional deadlift, and they come with some major benefits. First of all, they target your glutes and hamstrings with laser precision. You'll also build muscle and strength in the lower back, and even your lats will feel the burn. RDLs can majorly sculpt your core, too, if that's on your list of fitness to-dos. And, they're great for improving mobility. Read More…