Cable Romanian Deadlift

The Romanian deadlift standing back from the low pulley; the cable's forward pull keeps tension on the hips even at the top.

How to do it

Setup

Facing the low pulley a step or two away, a straight bar in an overhand grip, arms long, knees soft.

Steps

Hinge until the torso nears horizontal, arms following the cable.
Brace against the forward pull, back flat.
Squeeze the glutes to stand up against the cable.

Common mistakes

Standing too close: the cable runs vertical and the variant is lost; step back. Letting the stack pull you onto the toes: weight over the mid-foot and heels. Bending the arms to help: they only hold; the hips do the work.

Breathing

Inhale as the hips go back, exhale driving up.