Lower Back Hurts During Deadlifts? ❌ Try This Instead!
In this short instructional clip, the hosts address the common problem of lower‑back pain during Romanian deadlifts (RDLs) and present three safer, lower‑back‑friendly alternatives. First, they demonstrate a good‑morning performed on a safety‑squat rack, emphasizing a hip‑hinge motion, sitting back, and driving through the heel. Second, they show an RDL performed on a belt‑squat machine (or, if unavailable, cable pull‑throughs), using a close‑grip row attachment and a standing stance over the weight. Third, they recommend glute‑ and hamstring‑focused back extensions, stressing the importance of keeping the chest down to avoid lumbar strain and to maximize glute/hamstring activation. Throughout, the speakers provide concise technique cues aimed at reducing lower‑back stress while still targeting the posterior chain.
