Smith Machine Romanian Deadlift

Equipment: Smith Machine

Smith Machine Romanian Deadlift

Description

The Smith machine Romanian deadlift targets the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Position the barbell at thigh height and stand facing the bar, feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Grip the bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
  3. Unrack the bar and step back, keeping your feet shoulder-width apart.
  4. With a slight bend in your knees, hinge at your hips to lower the bar down your legs, keeping your back straight.
  5. Lower the bar until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings.
  6. Push through your heels to return to the starting position, keeping the bar close to your legs.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Primary Muscles

  • Erector Spinae
  • Gluteus Maximus

Synergistic Muscles

  • Hamstrings