Smith Machine Romanian Deadlift
The hinge on rails; the fixed path lets you chase the stretch without fighting the bar.
How to do it
Setup
Bar at the thighs on the rails, knees soft, shoulders back.
Steps
- Push the hips back, bar sliding down the rails.
- Chase the hamstring stretch with a flat back.
- Drive the hips forward to stand.
Common mistakes
Letting the rails carry balance INTO a deeper round: depth still ends at the stretch. Knees locking: soft, frozen angle. Bar away from the legs: the rails allow contact; use it.
Breathing
Inhale hinging, exhale standing.
