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Romanian deadlift with dumbbells

The Romanian deadlift with the barbell is the common variation of this specific deadlift exercise. In the following section, you will gain insights into the execution of the "Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift," which, as the name suggests, is performed with two dumbbells.

Body position

When performing the Romanian deadlift with dumbbells, you grasp two dumbbells with an overhand grip. It is advisable to place them on a dumbbell bench or a similar surface to make it easier to pick them up. Your arms remain almost fully extended throughout the entire exercise. A slight lateral alignment of the dumbbells allows you to avoid hindrance during the upright phase. The legs are slightly bent in the starting position, while the buttocks are pushed backward. Your upper body leans forward, ensuring a slight arch in the lower back. Your gaze is directed forward and downward, preparing to commence the Romanian deadlift with dumbbells.

Movement execution

The exercise begins by straightening your legs and moving the hips forward. As the dumbbells travel slowly along your body in the upward movement, your entire body forms a straight line. Exhaling during the upward motion, you stop only when your gaze is straight ahead, and your body is fully upright. Subsequently, you slightly bend your legs and push the buttocks backward while simultaneously lowering the dumbbells back down.

Stressed muscles and common mistakes

Additional insights into the engaged muscles and common errors during the execution of the Romanian Deadlift with dumbbells can be found on the "Deadlifting with Dumbbells" page.