Single Leg Deadlift

Exercise Overview

This is a unilateral strengthening exercise for the posterior chain. Start by standing on one leg and brace the core to maintain a neutral spine. 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 DorsiCoreTransversus Abdominis

Related Conditions

Strength TrainingChronic Low Back PainFunctional ScoliosisLower Kinetic Pain SyndromeSacroiliac Joint SyndromeThoracolumbar SyndromeProximal Hamstring Tendinitis

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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