Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift

Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift

Description

This exercise involves holding a dumbbell in each hand and bending forward at the hips while keeping the legs straight. It primarily targets the hamstrings and glutes.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.
  2. Keep your back straight and your core engaged as you hinge forward at the hips, lowering the dumbbells towards the ground.
  3. Lower the dumbbells as far as you can while maintaining a straight back and keeping your knees slightly bent.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly raise the dumbbells back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift Form & Visual

Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift

Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift Benefits

  • Strengthens the hamstrings, glutes, and lower back muscles
  • Improves hip mobility and flexibility
  • Helps to prevent lower back pain and injury
  • Increases overall stability and balance
  • Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals

Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift Muscles Worked

  • Hamstrings
  • Glutes
  • Lower back
  • Core

Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift Variations & Alternatives