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Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift alternatives

The Dumbbell Romanian Deadlift mainly trains your hamstrings and glutes. These swaps hit the same muscles, so you don't lose the session.

Glute Bridge

Bodyweight · Same glutes

Lie on your back, knees bent, feet flat and hip-width.

Cue: Feet flat, squeeze your glutes to lift your hips, pause at the top.

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Goblet Squat

Dumbbell · Same glutes

Hold one dumbbell upright against your chest, hands cupping the top end.

Cue: Elbows inside knees, controlled descent, drive through mid-foot.

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Leg Press

Machine · Same glutes

Sit with your back and hips flat on the pad.

Cue: Feet shoulder-width, lower until hips start to tuck, don't lock out hard.

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Bulgarian Split Squat

Dumbbell · Same glutes

Back foot laces-down on a bench, front foot a long stride ahead.

Cue: Long stance, torso slightly forward, front heel planted.

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