Exercise
Dumbbell Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift
Also known as: dumbbell single leg deadlift with stepbox support, single leg rdl, one leg romanian deadlift, sl rdl dumbbell
Dumbbell Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift is a compound exercise for the glutes. Main target: gluteus maximus. Also works: semitendinosus & semimembranosus, gluteus medius and lower back. Equipment: dumbbell.
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Stand on one leg holding a dumbbell in the opposite hand.
- Hinge at the hip, extending the free leg straight behind you as the dumbbell lowers toward the floor.
- Keep the back flat and hips square until your torso is near parallel to the floor.
- Drive the standing hip forward to return upright; complete all reps, then switch sides.
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Split Squat with Dumbbells
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Dumbbell Step Ups
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Dumbbell Lunges
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Alternatives with other equipment
Glute Kickback
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Hip Extension with Bands
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Physioball Hip Bridge
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Pull Through
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Barbell Lateral Lunge
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Single-Leg Press
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