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Upper Legs · Band

Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band

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Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band is a beginner compound strength exercise that works the hamstrings (upper legs), with the lower back assisting. It needs a band. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 8-12 reps per side, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.

Target
Hamstrings
Body part
Upper Legs
Equipment
Band
Category
Strength
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Pull
Sets × reps
3 × 8-12
Calories / min
≈ 6.1 kcal

Primary muscles

  • Hamstrings · Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus
  • Glutes · gluteus maximus, gluteus mideus

Secondary muscles

  • Lower Back · Erector Spinae

How to do Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band

  1. Attach one end of the resistance band to a low anchor point and hold the other end in your right hand. Stand on your left leg with your right leg slightly bent and your left foot firmly on the floor.
  2. Hinge at your hips and lower your torso until it's parallel to the floor while extending your right leg straight back, keeping your left knee slightly bent.
  3. Return to the starting position by driving your hips forward and bringing your right leg back down.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the left leg.

Form tips

  • Exhale as you hinge forward and inhale as you return to the starting position.
  • Maintain a slight bend in your standing knee for balance and stability.
  • Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.

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Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band FAQ

What muscles does Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band work?

Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band mainly works the hamstrings in the upper legs (Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, Semimembranosus and gluteus maximus). The lower back work as secondary muscles.

What equipment do you need for Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band?

You need a band.

How many sets and reps of Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band should I do?

Start with 3 sets of 8-12 reps per side. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.

Is Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band good for beginners?

Yes. Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the hamstrings.

How many calories does Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band burn?

About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.

What is a good alternative to Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts Right Cable Resistance Band?

Other exercises for the hamstrings include Kettlebell Single Leg Romanian Deadlifts, Single Leg Romanian Deadlift Dumbbell, Cable Single Leg Deadlift and Kettlebell Single Leg Deadlift.

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