Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

Learn how to do Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 5.5 Hamstrings Dumbbells

Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift is a Dumbbells exercise that primarily targets the Hamstrings. It has a MET value of 5.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 193 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

A hip-hinge movement that targets the hamstrings and glutes while improving posterior chain strength.


💡 Instructions:


  • Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs.

  • Keep your knees slightly bent and core engaged.

  • Hinge at the hips to lower the dumbbells along your legs, keeping your back straight.

  • Lower until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.

  • Drive your hips forward to return to the starting position.


⚠️ Common mistakes:


  • Rounding the back.

  • Locking the knees.

  • Letting the dumbbells drift too far forward.

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Muscles Worked by Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

Primary Hamstrings

Equipment

  • Dumbbells

Calories Burned Doing Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

Calorie Calculator

MET 5.5
Estimated burn
193 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

Type
Dumbbells exercise
Primary muscle
Hamstrings
Secondary muscles
None
MET value
5.5
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 193 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift

What muscles does Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift work?

Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift primarily targets the Hamstrings.

How do you do Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift correctly?

A hip-hinge movement that targets the hamstrings and glutes while improving posterior chain strength. 💡 Instructions: Stand with feet hip-width apart, h

Is Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift good for beginners?

Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift has a MET value of 5.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift?

Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift requires: Dumbbells.

What are the benefits of Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift?

Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift strengthens the Hamstrings.

What exercises are similar to Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift?

Similar exercises to Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift include Deadlift, Romanian Deadlift, Split-Stance Deadlift, Sumo Deadlift.

Is Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift better than Deadlift?

Both Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift and Deadlift target the Hamstrings. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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