Dumbbell Single Leg Deadlift (female)

Dumbbell Single Leg Deadlift demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand on one leg, slightly bending that knee, and hold a dumbbell in the opposite hand
  • 2While maintaining the slight knee bend, tilt forward, hinging at your hip, while lifting your other leg backward in line with your body
  • 3Lower your upper body until it's parallel with the floor or you feel a stretch in your hamstring
  • 4Reverse the motion, pushing your hips forward to stand upright
  • 5Switch legs and repeat

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the entire movement
  • Maintain a slight bend in your standing leg
  • Avoid rounding your back
  • Switch legs after each set

Dumbbell Single Leg Deadlift Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs