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Plate Hug Romanian Deadlift

PLATE HUG RDL

This is a variation of both the GOOD MORNING and ROMANIAN DEADLIFT exercise. Start by holding a weight such as a weight plate, dumbbell, or kettlebell against your chest. Hinge forwards at the hips while maintaining a neutral spine. Keep a light bend in the knees and continue bending until your torso is nearly parallel with the floor. Extend the hips to return to standing position.

Muscles Involved:

  • Erector Spinae

  • Core (Obliques, Transverse Abdominis)

  • Hamstrings

  • Quadratus Lumborum

  • Posterior Chain / Functional Back Line

Related Conditions:

  • Non-Specific Low Back Pain

  • Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome

  • Scoliosis

  • Anterior Pelvic Tilt

  • Lower Cross Syndrome

  • Hamstrings Tendinopathy / Yoga Butt

  • Hip Impingement

  • Glute Amnesia

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