Smith machine Romanian deadlift
What is a smith machine Romanian deadlift?
A Romanian deadlift using a Smith bar: start standing and lower the bar by pushing your hips back.
How do you perform a smith machine Romanian deadlift?
Set up
- Set the bar near hip height and place the safeties below your intended range.
- Grip the bar overhand, unlock it and stand where the rails let it stay close to your legs.
Execution
- Soften your knees and push your hips back as the bar descends along the rails.
- Stop when you reach your controlled hip-hinge limit, without rounding your back.
- Bring your hips forward to stand, then re-engage the hooks after the set.
Common mistakes
Squatting the bar down
Keep a small knee bend rather than repeatedly bending the knees deeply.
Where it fits in a session
Use as a hip hinge in a leg session, keeping foot position consistent for the rail path.
Keep a small knee bend rather than repeatedly bending the knees deeply.
Muscles worked
Primary
Secondary
Schematic surface view. Some muscles are partly visible or not shown.
Variations
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Frequently asked questions
Where should I stand relative to the bar?
Grip the bar overhand, unlock it and stand where the rails let it stay close to your legs.
Does the bar have to reach the floor?
No. Stop when you reach your controlled hip-hinge limit, without rounding your back.