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Rich Gaspari Highlights Romanian Deadlifts for Hamstring and Lower Back Development

'You want to keep the bar close to your body and your knees slightly bent coming down and really stretching the hamstring,' Rich Gaspari shares.

Written by Belinda Evans

Published on23 August, 2023 | 12:34 AM EDT

Updated on23 August, 2023 | 12:34 AM EDT

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Bodybuilding veteran Rich Gaspari has made it a point to stay in shape during his retirement, where he’s focused on staying rejuvenated. The 60-year-old has taken to social media to actively share techniques and exercises that have helped him accomplish just that. In a recent Instagram post, Gaspari demonstrates an effective way to tax the hamstrings and lower back with Romanian deadlifts. 

Breaking into the IFBB Pro League in 1985, Rich Gaspari stunned with a combination of muscle and definition. During Gaspari’s career, which occurred mostly from the 80s-90s, he was a force to be reckoned with. This was because he had a natural ability to display his muscularity and conditioning on stage. He was even recognized as the first athlete to show striations in his glutes.

Gaspari hit the ground running in the IFBB Pro League. In 1985, at Mr. Olympia, he finished in the top three. Having placed runner-up multiple times on the sport’s brightest stage, Gaspari proved himself as an elite talent against legends such as eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney. 

Even though he took fourth place at the 1989 Mr. Olympia, Gaspari continued to build on his legacy with a resounding victory at the first Arnold Classic competition. Leading an illustrious career, “The Dragon Slayer” was inducted into the IFBB Hall of Fame in 2004. Moreover, he was presented with the Arnold Classic Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013.

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As a veteran of the sport, Gaspari has seen changes in bodybuilding over time. According to Gaspari, athletes today are too concerned with size and PEDs instead of quality training and proper posing techniques. Given this worry, Gaspari wonders if the art form of bodybuilding is being lost. Rich Gaspari also emphasizes the importance of balanced nutrition. He believes achieving a successful physique requires focusing 80% on diet. 

Rich Gaspari Breaks Down Romanian Deadlifts for Hamstrings and Lower Back: ‘Keep The Bar Close to the Body’ 

As of late, Gaspari continues to share new training techniques that shed light on the importance of hard work while still maintaining proper form.

In a recent post made on Instagram, Rich Gaspari revealed an effective exercise for working both the hamstrings and the lower back. He emphasized the importance of keeping the bar close to the body and focusing on stretching on the way down. 

“When you do an RDL you want to keep the bar close to the body, your knees slightly bent, coming down and really stretching the hamstring down,” Gaspari said. 

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Even though Rich Gaspari stepped away from bodybuilding decades ago he remains dedicated to the sport and its growth. Whether he speaks on the overuse of performance-enhancing drugs, nutrition, or specific exercises for growing body parts, he has become a source of knowledge and wisdom for the bodybuilding community. 

Consider adding the Romanian Deadlift (RDL) to your routine – it benefits everyone, from beginners to pros, aiming for improved physiques, performances, or everyday comfort.

READ MORE ON RICH GASPARI TRAINING: 

  • ‘Squats Are the King for Building Mass’: Rich Gaspari on Growing Legs 
  • Bodybuilding Veteran Rich Gaspari Explains How to Properly Train Your Rear Delts 
  • Rich Gaspari Shows How to Grow Huge Arms w/ Biceps 21s: “This is a Great Finishing Exercise” 

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Belinda Evans is a news reporter specializing in bodybuilding and the broader fitness industry. She is dedicated to uncovering the latest industry trends and news for readers. In her spare time, Belinda enjoys exploring diverse topics through non-fiction reading.

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