In the process of fitness, we often find that many actions are very similar, but although these actions are similar, they are still different. , so there are differences in fitness effects, so we need to compare and choose actions. Let’s take a look at the difference between the straight-leg deadlift and the Romanian deadlift.
1. Stiff-leg deadlift
This action needs to be completed with the help of a barbell. Before starting the action, we place the barbell in front of our body. We first open our legs as wide as our shoulders, then lean over, lean forward, lift the hips slightly, grab the barbell with our hands, take a deep breath, and lift the barbell while exhaling until our body stands Straighten the barbell to the front of our hips, then slowly return the barbell to its original position and start the movement again. It should be noted that before starting this action, we need to first judge whether our ligaments can mature. We need to keep our feet straight and open, and lean over to see if our hands can touch the ground. If we can touch the ground, it means we can complete it.
2. Romanian Deadlift
Before starting the Romanian Deadlift, first we hold the barbell with both hands, with the hands slightly wider apart, and then let the arms hang down naturally. Stand upright, straighten your back and draw in your abdomen, and start the formal movement. We lean forward and lower the barbell, while bending our legs slightly, and then lift the barbell to the position of our knees. At this time, we slowly lift the barbell until our body stands straight.
3. The difference between the straight-leg deadlift and the Romanian deadlift
The first thing to say is that there are differences between the two movements. The essentials of the movements have been mentioned above. Secondly, the use of strength is different. The Romanian deadlift exercises less of our quadriceps, but if you want to exercise your glutes and hamstrings, you can choose the Romanian deadlift. The straight-leg deadlift requires greater strength from us, and at the same time it can well stimulate the buttocks, quadriceps and hamstring muscles, and even has a certain exercise effect on our latissimus dorsi. It is more difficult but more effective.
The above is an introduction to the Romanian deadlift and straight-leg deadlift, and also compares the differences between the two movements. Both movements areIt is very classic, but the exercise intensity and effect are different. We can choose according to our own needs.