Romanian Deadlift Vs Stiff Leg Deadlift- What's The Difference?

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  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  8 років тому +28

    *💪 CLICK THAT NOTIFICATION BELL SO YOU NEVER MISS AN UPLOAD!*
    Yes, there IS a difference. Make sure you know how to tell them apart!

    • @JokerCOLD
      @JokerCOLD 8 років тому +7

      why is your accent different in your new videos. what is this bs

    • @streetplatoon562
      @streetplatoon562 7 років тому +2

      Goat ocaust.... yeah I noticed his change of accent as well! I use to be a subscriber until he changed his accent that's when I was aight ! I'm out !!! Herman ! Did you go Hollywood on us ????

    • @biblebookclub668
      @biblebookclub668 7 років тому

      Goat Ocaust lol exactly! He actually says bar in this video instead of his current bahbell annunciation. What a douche!

    • @Hashbrown2169
      @Hashbrown2169 7 років тому

      Why'd you change your accent?!

    • @bobsanders357
      @bobsanders357 6 років тому +1

      Not only has his accent changed... he's not farting as much as he use to in his videos!

  • @rosbtim
    @rosbtim 6 років тому +60

    I am from Romania. I am happy we made a contribution to such an amazing sport !

    • @SiLoMixMaster
      @SiLoMixMaster 9 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for your country's invention kind sir

    • @rosbtim
      @rosbtim 9 місяців тому

      @@SiLoMixMaster You're welcome!

    • @jmgonzales7701
      @jmgonzales7701 6 місяців тому +1

      Your country is full of strong people

    • @rosbtim
      @rosbtim 6 місяців тому

      @@jmgonzales7701 Yes.

  • @ThatHuedGuy
    @ThatHuedGuy 10 років тому +153

    I like how you put them side by side, that really helped a lot. I'm also glad you point out the flexibility and proper form. Thank you.

  • @TarndeepV
    @TarndeepV 8 років тому +442

    The side by side comparison where you showed both at once was really helpful, I wish you showed a few more reps though

    • @upgradeiself1603
      @upgradeiself1603 6 років тому +8

      SLDL starts from the floor, it´s like a regular deadlift but with hips higher and a lot less quad involvement.
      RDL starts from the top and you go down as low as your mobility allows, until the hamstrings are fully stretched.

    • @realista182
      @realista182 5 років тому +1

      @@upgradeiself1603 quad shold be 0x100 involved...

    • @crunchtoast6685
      @crunchtoast6685 4 роки тому +1

      @@realista182 yeah idk where the quads came in

    • @benedictuduogu1060
      @benedictuduogu1060 3 роки тому

      @@crunchtoast6685 quads come in when it's standard deadlifts. quad + hams + glutes

    • @lauralittle6899
      @lauralittle6899 3 роки тому

      Yeah ! Just caught a glimpse of it .👁 lol

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    So happy to hear that. Thanks for coming back to let me know. means a lot! :)

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    You are very welcome David, thanks for the support!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    Thanks Prince! I appreciate the support!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    you are very welcome

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    You are right! Will post it next week!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    Thanks my friend, happy to help!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    Yeah the difference is so subtle I thought that would help. Glad you liked it! :)

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    you are very welcome!

  • @TheRealSlimSpidey93
    @TheRealSlimSpidey93 11 років тому +1

    yo scott, everytime i need to learn how to do an exercise properly or decide on what to add to my routine i always check out your channel. your great man keep up the good work!

  • @ranjelserrano527
    @ranjelserrano527 9 років тому +5

    OMG. I LOVE you. Whenever I'm doing something for the first time, I always look up how to do it here.

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    Well, focusing on full ROM and eating more has made a huge difference. I have been perfecting a new program for the last few months. Has certainly helps me with big strength and muscle gains! Will be releasing it soon after my site launch!

  • @SamanthaMeholick23
    @SamanthaMeholick23 10 років тому +133

    You forgot to mention that with the straight leg dl your knees should still be very slightly bent and not completely straight and too stiff as this can cause injury

    • @omarxgooding8673
      @omarxgooding8673 10 років тому +6

      Yea that's true

    • @sisbad1
      @sisbad1 9 років тому +7

      True words. I also never lock completly out at the standing calve machine or squats. The form looks so nice and clean in the video but the reality is you fucking up your knees with that shit

    • @dfhfdgfgdfshdfhe8257
      @dfhfdgfgdfshdfhe8257 7 років тому +4

      no they should be completely stiff. first increase flexibility. Should not take more than a couple of months for normal people. then start doing em STIFF with light weights and keep strengthening the lower back by increasing the weight. you do em bent, you are not doing it correctly asswhole

    • @kebas239
      @kebas239 7 років тому +22

      You should never lock out and go completely stiff on any exercise. There should always be a bend, although it is very slight for an exercise like the SLD.

    • @ImmersiveSportsScience
      @ImmersiveSportsScience 6 років тому +13

      @@kebas239 Actually no having your legs locked and having your legs straight are completely different things; straight does not mean locked. Locked is where the joint is locked out (as the name suggests lol) and no further eccentric movement can occur at this joint. In people with hypermobility, this can go beyond the normal range of normal people and this under weight can cause serious injury in extreme circumstances.
      Straight or stiff leg is where the legs are straight but has the ability to eccentrically go further, (but I would not recommend it). The reason why we get taught as PT's and Strength & Conditioning coaches to teach RDL & SDL with a greater bend is that it is safer and easier to teach to Newbies.

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    I will do something like this with my new program. Thanks for the support my friend. I am happy to see you are interested! You will LOVE the new program!

  • @ResaFMkII
    @ResaFMkII 9 років тому +101

    All this time I thought I was doing RDL I was actually doing SLDL. Glad I checked...

    • @tonytaylor5165
      @tonytaylor5165 5 років тому +4

      Stiff leg more advanced but lot people don't prefure them just how it is very good for hip flexion both movements

  • @Hitmanzw
    @Hitmanzw 11 років тому +1

    Hey Scott, just wanted to let you know I started working out about a month ago. I've watched a bunch of your videos and man have they been helpful! They helped me make a routine every week, and use proper technique and form. Starting to feel great, just wanted to tell you thanks man! Keep up the great work.

    • @TechVentions
      @TechVentions Рік тому

      Hello, are you still working out ? Plz give feedback

  • @pppshr5542
    @pppshr5542 8 років тому +1

    This guy has covered all the workout topics I have searched on youtube as a beginner. I searched difference between stiff leg and Romanian deadlift and this video pops up.

  • @janet183
    @janet183 6 років тому

    Scott the way you demonstrated the technic and form not many UA-camrs do that ...thanks

  • @Agnew7
    @Agnew7 11 років тому +1

    Another big difference is RDL's start at the top where SLDL start from the ground. RDLs are good for targeting that upper portion of your hamstrings. Due to the hamstrings being a two jointed muscle (knee flexion and hip extension), once your knee is bent, the hamstring is already partially flexed. The rest of the flexion comes form hip extension. SLDL will hit the entire hamstring almost equally.

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    haha well I am happy to have been able to help! Thanks! :)

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    yeah for sure man, so may choices! glad you liked the video! :) #HTH

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    Thanks for the kind words my friend. I am happy to hear the video helped you!

  • @stutzman999
    @stutzman999 9 років тому +35

    Scott, I'd love to see your nutrition and workout plan. Whatever you're doing, it's working.

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    It sure is, just requires a bit stricter form. Glad you like it!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    Thanks!

  • @khaledmaarouf4633
    @khaledmaarouf4633 9 років тому +1

    probably the most helpful fitness video in the industry !

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    Combination of both. 12-15 reps give you the VOLUME you need to grow... but doing say 6-8 reps with a 2-2-4 TEMPO will have the same effect. It's all about TUT (Time Under Tension). That is why there are so many programs out there and confused beginners. :) But I hope this helps!

  • @driiifter
    @driiifter 11 років тому

    ahh, Scott once again proves why he is on point. i used to do rack pulls and RDL and sumo and this and that but eventually it all gets confusing and you want to narrow it down (isolating hamstrings isn't a bad idea) to go-to movements, this helps with that.

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    Such amazing gains man!! Keep it up! Very proud of you! #HTH

  • @Czechbound
    @Czechbound 11 років тому

    This is a great video and will help us all minimise the risk of injury. Great touch have the comparison shots too. For me, shoulders, hamstrings and lower back are where I'm prone to get pain. Your shoulder warm up video has solved 100% any shoulder issues. Now practising what you advise here will help minimise risks to my hammies and back

  • @IronGiantFitness
    @IronGiantFitness 11 років тому

    Thanks for the honest answer man, tons of respect for that.

  • @koustavkar3947
    @koustavkar3947 8 років тому +4

    Hello Scott Herman.....I have been watching these VS series videos and they are very useful.. thanks to you......I would really be helpful if you demonstrate a video on "one arm side lateral raise vs double arm sode lateral raise" .thank you and love from India

  • @janeljohnson4827
    @janeljohnson4827 7 років тому

    Thank you Scott for the amazing video of how to utilize proper form on the Romanian and Stiff leg dead lift. Very well done.

  • @BigBadWolfyAZ
    @BigBadWolfyAZ 8 років тому

    This vid was just what I needed, especially that side by side. This was very helpful.

  • @ilanaazran3814
    @ilanaazran3814 7 років тому

    Scott love your video demonstrations they are quick efficient and well made, well versed and to the point, they are one of the best online!! thank you!!!!

  • @dv8kiwi
    @dv8kiwi 7 років тому

    The side by side comparison was mighty helpful - thanks :)

  • @sinizap
    @sinizap 8 років тому +182

    So to put it simply:
    Deadlift, barbell on the floor
    Romanian deadlift, same as deadlift but barbell not on the floor
    Stiff deadlift, same as above, but legs must remain stiff
    Does that sum it up?

    • @delldelete2435
      @delldelete2435 8 років тому +29

      For people such as myself, NO, that isn't all that *I* got out of the video. I didn't know about the glutes squeeze, nor was it clear to me to keep my chest high. You may have gleaned the small summary out of this but others gained a bit more that helps.....but thanks for the try.

    • @SuperPhoReal
      @SuperPhoReal 8 років тому +4

      yup. romainian deadlift is almost like a rack pull. food for thoughts, practice your rack pull and romain deads on a smith machine...go heavy. it will build up that strength and you will improve your reg deads tremendously!

    • @sinizap
      @sinizap 8 років тому +13

      Dell Delete The core question in the video is: what the difference is between the traditional, stiff legs deadlift and the romanian deadlift, hence why I target the answer to that question in my comment. My comment was not intended to summarise the entire video, nor was I claiming that it was all I got from the video. I was personally interested in the differences between them. There's already video's individually explaining how to properly perform them, so that information was irrelevant for me and many others.

    • @sinizap
      @sinizap 8 років тому +1

      SuperPhoReal Cool.

    • @sergioandres1819
      @sergioandres1819 7 років тому +1

      SiniOnline o

  • @skylargrubb8073
    @skylargrubb8073 7 років тому

    Your videos are so helpful and educational to beginners like me!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    Very very soon!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +2

    when it gets too light! You need to always be increasing you intensity!

  • @TBlev215
    @TBlev215 11 років тому

    One of the best informative videos I've seen on this confusing topic. Thanks!

  • @TektricityTV
    @TektricityTV 11 років тому +1

    Scott, in about 18 months I've gone from 50kg Romanian Deadlifts to 180kg. I do it with form, how is that for progress! Your videos, tips and information have been vital in my progress. Thanks heaps for keeping the fitness community informed =D. A clean, lean and mean diet keeps me feeling strong and energetic!

  • @jazsueloify
    @jazsueloify 11 років тому

    thanks for the side by side demonstration. starting to use deadlifts in my routine and wasnt sure which was which.

  • @yoalexx21
    @yoalexx21 11 років тому

    Haven't seen any of your vids since 2 years when I first started working out. But wow man, you've changed A LOT! Great improvement, great gains, keep it up Scott!

  • @timcountryman961
    @timcountryman961 9 років тому

    Thanks, Mr. Herman. This video helped differentiate the two movements in a clear manner. Thanks for taking the time.

  • @JimLigon
    @JimLigon 6 років тому

    Thanks, bro! I am just starting back up from decades ago & I had no idea the difference.

  • @shopgirllove5
    @shopgirllove5 11 років тому +16

    that was awesome. The the split screen it helped so much

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    Thanks for the support Loi #HTH

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    thanks brotha!

  • @bobbobson6940
    @bobbobson6940 10 років тому +1

    This is the second video I've watched of yours, and both I found were excellent for showing the technique. I'm now going to try the RDL next time i'm in the gym.

  • @leighphillips1793
    @leighphillips1793 7 років тому

    Glad you cleared this up. Been bugging me for a while.

  • @Ayyeshun
    @Ayyeshun 11 років тому

    Appreciate the reply! The reason why they won't allow it is because they've said this is the 3rd one they have had to buy due to it breaking in previous years which I find strange..

  • @KittyCatsBrokenLeg
    @KittyCatsBrokenLeg 8 років тому

    It's about time you've made a good video. Thumbs up!

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    thanks coolboy :)

  • @Tishouq
    @Tishouq 11 років тому +2

    This really helps! GOOD JOB, love your channel, my favourite youtube channel

  • @budwa01
    @budwa01 10 років тому

    Excellent video, good to see the moves side by side. Thanx again Scott!

  • @nottayabiz8223
    @nottayabiz8223 10 років тому

    Thanks for showing side by side. I couldn't tell a difference.

  • @WeShareTheSameAffliction
    @WeShareTheSameAffliction 7 років тому

    Great video! Showing them side by side was so helpful! 👍

  • @MrOmaaL
    @MrOmaaL 11 років тому

    At last, someone explained this hahah. There are even magazines that show the Romanian DL as the Straight-leg DL. Thanks for the info Scott!

  • @r.ct.l1639
    @r.ct.l1639 Рік тому +1

    So when doing the stiff version there's no knee bending at all?

  • @nkelto
    @nkelto 3 роки тому

    The side by side comparison was great.

  • @PlanetX87
    @PlanetX87 11 років тому +1

    Great video, thanks for the explanation and posting the side-by-side video. Much appreciated!

  • @AussieAngeS
    @AussieAngeS 11 років тому

    Fantastic informative video. I've been ive looking for a good video from someone who knows what their talking about. Thank you so much

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    It's a max effort lift bro, is expected that your form breaks down a bit. That is why you train with proper form to make sure you are strong enough so when you go after your MAX, your chances of an injury are much less. Also, try conducting yourself with some class when you comment.

  • @jrlang6760
    @jrlang6760 8 років тому

    Thanks so much for this fantastic video, the side by side view is so useful, really clarifies the 2 different moves. THANKS!

  • @HSVideos1
    @HSVideos1 7 років тому

    Your videos are amazing and straight to the point. Thank you.

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    Well, yes and no... it's not meant to be a "stretch", but if you do the exercise 1-2 times a week you will increase your flexibility in time.

  • @matthewcarrier9079
    @matthewcarrier9079 8 років тому

    Thanks, for explaining the differences.

  • @rocker0486
    @rocker0486 11 років тому +5

    Thank you so much for explaining this. Always go to you for fitness advice.

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    If your goal is to use the exercise to target hamstrings, you should alternate days if doing legs twice a week. Romanians Day one, Stiff-leg day two :)

  • @chrisvlassis8919
    @chrisvlassis8919 7 років тому

    You are totaly correct whith both exercise!!

  • @treyhenderson1238
    @treyhenderson1238 7 років тому

    Thankssss man, the side by side was helpful as hell to me!

  • @coachmk7364
    @coachmk7364 8 років тому

    Great youtube video with clear explanation! Brilliant

  • @PattyMcDougal
    @PattyMcDougal 11 років тому

    Scott, I was wondering if you could walk us through a standard day of what you eat throughout the day. When you eat your first meal, how many meals you prepare, what they consist of, etc. I think myself, as well as others, are wondering how you stay so lean, and in such great shape. Thanks for the video, and have a great day.

  • @thehulkster9428
    @thehulkster9428 9 років тому

    Looking awesome Scott.

  • @chuckiemeister
    @chuckiemeister 11 років тому

    Okay, I was curious, just recently getting back into working out, and don't want to do anything incorrectly. Thanks for the info, appreciate the reply.

  • @lauralittle6899
    @lauralittle6899 3 роки тому

    This video was exactly what I was looking for !🏋️‍♀️🙏💪

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому

    You can grab it with your hands. But you should explain to your gym that the v-bar handle WILL NOT break, especially if they are going to attach it to a cable machine!

  • @taylorvoliva4763
    @taylorvoliva4763 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video! Really helped me with form!

  • @alexsales6532
    @alexsales6532 9 років тому

    I actually loved that video ... well impressed

  • @ScottHermanFitness
    @ScottHermanFitness  11 років тому +1

    with practice you will get it brotha! :)

  • @53Fatih94
    @53Fatih94 11 років тому

    Thanks for the video Scott !

  • @AssassinIuffy
    @AssassinIuffy 11 років тому +1

    So all this time I thought I was doing Romanian D's when I've actually been doing Stiff Leg D's...COOL haha.
    Great video Scott, awesome job on explaining the differences and showing proper form as always.

  • @Jknasse2
    @Jknasse2 8 років тому

    Very helpful and straightforward thanks!

  • @jbaillie01
    @jbaillie01 6 років тому

    Clearest one ive seen regarding these 2

  • @joshmar11
    @joshmar11 9 років тому

    I've been googling about lifting and there are always comments about people not wearing shirts. Are there really that many people that get uncomfortable because hes not wearing shirt? Its okay people its 2016. You can come out now.

  • @toquival
    @toquival 11 років тому

    Scott, when will your new program come out? Can't wait!!! :)

  • @hgildaal
    @hgildaal 11 років тому

    Great video, I was not sure if flexing knees was correct. Thanks! You have a new suscriptor in Mex :)

  • @NobleGangsta13
    @NobleGangsta13 11 років тому

    Yet to see a video from you Scott with an imperfection in form haha, you're a machine! Keep it up brah

  • @IvankaSmirnoff
    @IvankaSmirnoff 8 років тому

    Your core looks so good! 💕

  • @brunolemes.mp4
    @brunolemes.mp4 4 роки тому

    In terms of knee bending amplitude, is it right to define the Romanian deadlift is something between the stiff legged deadlift and the standard deadlift?

  • @DavidSuarezDMAsports
    @DavidSuarezDMAsports 11 років тому

    Great info Scott. Thanks for posting.

  • @bowser408
    @bowser408 11 років тому

    Scott...you're the best dude. Great explanation! Tssst!

  • @whichistheway
    @whichistheway 11 років тому

    best bit of the vid was the side by side comparison with Romanian deadlift and stiff leg deadlift

  • @zhihaowang3999
    @zhihaowang3999 9 років тому

    Nice comparison! Succinct lecture. Thanks Scott!

  • @kuntalsarma5106
    @kuntalsarma5106 10 років тому +3

    I did Stiff knees with pretty heavy weight yesterday...nd now my lower back aches like hell

  • @fedorfedorov4654
    @fedorfedorov4654 11 років тому

    Great video! Concise and to the point.