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Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl

Work your core, glutes, biceps, & triceps all at once! This bodyweight exercise is a full-body blast you can do anywhere.

The Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl is a compound exercise that mainly works the glutes & hips and biceps, with help from the core and triceps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl Muscles Worked

Primary

Glutes (gluteus maximus); Biceps (biceps brachii)

Secondary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Triceps (triceps brachii)

How to do the Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

    • Your arms should hang naturally at your sides with palms facing your body.

    • Engage your core muscles and keep your back straight.

  2. Movement Phase 1: Romanian Deadlift

    • Slowly hinge at your hips, pushing your buttocks back as you lower your torso towards the ground.

    • Keep your knees slightly bent, but do not allow them to move forward excessively.

    • Maintain a straight back and keep your head in line with your spine.

    • Lower your torso until it is parallel to the ground or as far as your flexibility allows.

    • Hold for a moment at the bottom of the movement.

  3. Movement Phase 2: Biceps Curl

    • From the lowered position, engage your biceps by curling your arms up towards your shoulders.

    • Keep your elbows close to your torso and do not swing your arms.

    • Hold the curl for a brief moment at the top, then lower your arms back to the starting position.

  4. Movement Phase 3: Kickback

    • From the biceps curl position, extend your arms back behind you, keeping your elbows stationary and close to your body.

    • Squeeze your triceps at the peak of the movement, then return your arms to the starting position.

    5. Return to Starting Position:

    • After completing the kickback, use your hips to lift your torso back up to the starting position.

    • Stand tall, engaging your core and maintaining good posture.

  5. Repetition:

    • Aim for 10-15 repetitions for 2-3 sets, depending on your fitness level.

    • Rest for 30-60 seconds between sets.

Tips:

  • Focus on control and form rather than speed.

  • Avoid rounding your back to prevent injury.

  • If you're new to this movement, practice each phase separately before combining them.

Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl FAQs

What muscles does the Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl work?

The Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl mainly works the glutes & hips and biceps, with help from the core and triceps. The main muscles are the gluteus maximus and biceps brachii.

What equipment do you need for the Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl?

None. The Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

Is the Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl a compound exercise?

Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.

What workout day should the Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl go on?

It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Bodyweight Romanian Deadlift with Bicep & Kickback Curl variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Bodyweight Shin Tap Deadlift, Bodyweight Behind-Head Romanian Hand Deadlift, Cable Romanian Deadlift and Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift to Bent-Over Row.

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