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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