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Lesson 02 · Intermediate
Romanian deadlift
Form cues
- Soften knees and send hips back.
- Keep the weights close to the legs.
- Stand by driving hips through, not leaning back.
Common mistakes
- Turning the hinge into a squat.
- Losing tension at the bottom.
- Pulling shoulders toward the ears.
Intermediate adjustment
Regression: elevate the weights or use a dowel for feedback. Progression: add load gradually or use a staggered stance.
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Voiceover cues
- Unlock your knees, then guide your hips back behind you.
- Keep the weights close while you feel tension through the hamstrings.
- Stand by bringing your hips through, then finish tall.