fitubaDumbbell Romanian deadlift
Hamstrings · dumbbells. Slide the dumbbells down close to your legs without rounding your back.
Main muscle: Hamstrings
Also works: glutes · back · forearms
Equipment: dumbbells
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests.
How to do it
- Slide the dumbbells down close to your legs without rounding your back.
- Hips back as if closing a door with them; soft knees.
- The dumbbells slide down your thighs to mid-shin.
Common mistakes
- Lowering with your arms instead of your hips.
- Straining your neck to look forward.
- Losing a neutral back at the bottom.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Barbell Romanian deadlift.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 dumbbell RDL with 45 lb.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the dumbbell Romanian deadlift work?
Main: hamstrings. Also working: glutes and back and forearms.
How many sets and reps of dumbbell RDL?
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is per dumbbell.
How do I log dumbbell RDL in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Dumbbell RDL and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 dumbbell RDL with 45 lb” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Hamstrings). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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