What muscles does Dumbbell RDL work?

Dumbbell RDL primarily targets the Hamstrings, Glutes, with secondary involvement from the Erectors, Core. It is a compound hinge movement.

What is the best rep range for Dumbbell RDL?

The typical effective rep range for Dumbbell RDL is 8 to 15 reps per set using Dumbbells.

What are the most common mistakes on Dumbbell RDL?

Common form errors on Dumbbell RDL include: Squatting instead of hinging; Letting dumbbells drift away from body. Focus on: Keep dumbbells close to thighs and shins; Hinge back through hips; Maintain flat back and soft knees.

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Hinge · Compound

Dumbbell RDL

Targets Hamstrings, Glutes with an optimal working range of 8–15 reps.

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Primary Muscles

Hamstrings, Glutes

Secondary: Erectors, Core

Typical Rep Range

8–15 reps

Hamstring Dominant

Equipment Tier

Dumbbells & Bands

Dumbbells

Movement Profile

Beginner · Bilateral

Plane: Sagittal

Coaching Cues & Execution

Focus on these technical checkpoints on every working set of Dumbbell RDL:

1 Keep dumbbells close to thighs and shins
2 Hinge back through hips
3 Maintain flat back and soft knees

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Watch for these form breakdowns as fatigue accumulates across sets:

✕ Squatting instead of hinging
✕ Letting dumbbells drift away from body

Substitutions & Variations

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Coaching Cues & Execution

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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