# Kettlebell Romanian Deadlift

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/kettlebell-romanian-deadlift

Also known as: KB Romanian Deadlift, Kettlebell RDL, KB RDL

Body region: Legs, Back, Glutes

## Muscles

- Main: Gluteus Maximus, Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus
- Helps: Erector Spinae, Adductor Magnus
- Holds: Latissimus Dorsi, Transversus Abdominis, Flexor Digitorum Superficialis

## Equipment

- Kettlebell

## Technique

1. Hold a kettlebell by the handle with both hands, or two kettlebells, in front of the thighs.
2. With soft knees, push the hips back and lower the bell along the legs, back flat.
3. Stop at a strong hamstring stretch and stand by driving the hips forward.

### Cues

- Keep the bell close to your legs.
- Brace the core before each rep.

### Common mistakes

- Rounding the back.
- Letting the bell swing away from the legs.
- Squatting down instead of hinging.

## Variations

- [Single-Leg Kettlebell Romanian Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/single-leg-kettlebell-romanian-deadlift)

## Alternatives

- [Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-romanian-deadlift)
- [Romanian Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/romanian-deadlift)