Hamstrings

The drill is intended to strengthen the glutes and hamstrings. The kickstand Romanian deadlift is designed to load and strengthen the hamstrings through a deep range of motion. The movement emphasizes the hamstrings along with the glutes. The correct elevated position should create work in the hamstrings. A deep hamstring stretch should be felt at the bottom of the hinge. The movement should feel concentrated in the hamstring of the working leg. The hamstrings should be felt working at the bottom position of the movement. The exercise works the hamstrings. The lifted-leg variation increases engagement in the mid-belly hamstring. The fold-and-return movement loads the posterior chain while reinforcing the hinge. Maintaining wall pressure, a rounded upper back, and a tucked pelvis should create noticeable hamstring engagement. Improving hamstring activity and trunk-pelvis position may normalize knee extension without directly forcing or stretching the knee. The 90-90 hip lift may help certain knee complaints by normalizing hamstring tone and pelvic position. A slight bend in the knees is required so the hamstrings can be recruited effectively. The slight knee bend and hip tuck allow…