Trap Bar Romanian Deadlift

Description

This exercise utilizes the Trap Bar equipment. This is a variation of the famous Romanian Deadlift exercise used to target and challenge the entire posterior chain of the body.

Benefits

  • This exercise targets mainly the whole posterior chain of the legs.
  • This exercise also targets the lower back and lats muscles.
  • With the neutral grip of the trap bar, individuals can maintain a more neutral spine throughout the movement.
  • This exercise is a great compound movement that targets the entire body.

Risks

  • This exercise can injure the lower back, and the legs if not properly executed.
  • Proper progression should be practiced before prescribing this to a beginner.
  • Mastering the hinge pattern is a must before performing heavy lifts like this.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Hamstrings

Secondary Muscles

Abs, Back (Lower), Back (Upper), Forearms, Glutes, Lats, Traps

Stabilizer Muscles

N/A

Experience

Beginner (1-2 years)

Equipment

Trap Bar

Exercise Type

Strength

Exertion

80%

Cardio Intensity

50%

Force

Hinge

Mechanic

Compound

Force Detail

Bilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

N/A

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