Single-leg Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift
Muscle Groups: Hamstrings, Lower Back
Single-leg Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift focuses on Hamstrings, Lower Back, with Traps, Lats, Glutes, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Single-leg Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift with proper form and technique.
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Stand on one leg while holding a barbell in front of your thighs with both hands. Keep your core tight and shoulders back.
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Bend at your hips and slowly lower the barbell towards the ground, keeping your standing leg slightly bent and back straight. Extend the free leg behind you for balance.
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Return to the starting position by driving your hips forward and standing up straight, keeping the barbell close to your body.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Single-leg Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight throughout the movement to avoid strain.
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Don't let your standing knee extend past your toes when bending; keep it aligned over the ankle.
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Engage your core to help maintain balance and stability during the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Single-leg Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift primarily targets Hamstrings, Lower Back , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps, Lats, Glutes, Adductors . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Single-leg Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Single-leg Barbell Straight-leg Deadlift, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
