Romanian deadlift dumbbell

How to do it

1. 1 Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs with your palms facing your body.
2. 2 Bend your knees slightly and keep them in this position throughout the exercise.
3. 3 Push your hips back and lower the dumbbells along your legs, keeping your back straight, until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
4. 4 Push your hips forward and straighten your body to return to the standing position, and repeat.

Tips

• Keep your back straight throughout this exercise and avoid hunching.
• Keep the dumbbells close to your legs throughout the movement.
• Inhale as you lower the dumbbells and exhale as you stand back up.
• Make sure that the weight of the dumbbells is within safe limits.