Dumbell Single Leg Deadlift
Exercise Overview
DUMBBELL SINGLE LEG DEADLIFT The dumbbell single leg deadlift is a unilateral strengthening exercise for the posterior chain. This exercise is a progression of the SINGLE LEG DEADLIFT. During this exercise we hold a dumbbell with the opposite arm to increase gluteus medius engagement for hip stability. Start by standing on one leg and brace the core to maintain a neutral spine. Hold a dumbbell with the opposite hand. Keep a light bend in the knees and hinge at the hips to bend forwards. Slowly return back to standing position to complete a repetition.
Muscles Involved
Posterior ChainErector SpinaeHamstringsCalvesFunctional Back LineGluteus MaximusLatissimus DorsiGluteus Medius (hip stabilizer)CoreTransversus AbdominisStrength TrainingChronic Low Back PainFunctional ScoliosisLower Kinetic Pain SyndromeSacroiliac Joint SyndromeThoracolumbar SyndromeProximal Hamstring Tendinitis
Related Conditions
Strength and ConditioningCore WeaknessLate Stage Rehab
