Barbell Sumo Romanian Deadlift

A intermediate hips movement targeting the erector spinae, using barbell.

Targets
Erector Spinae
Also works
Adductor Magnus, Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Soleus
Equipment
Barbell
Level
Intermediate
Start with
4 × 6-8, 90s rest

Where this fits in a week

Dietly scores one photo a week out of 100, names the area holding the score back, and builds the week around it — so a movement like this gets programmed when your erector spinae is what needs the work, not because it was next on a list.

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Demonstration courtesy of Gym Visual. Sets and reps are a starting point, not a prescription. Speak to a qualified professional before starting a new exercise program, particularly if you are managing an injury or a health condition.