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barbell single leg deadlift
Target

glutes

Equipment

barbell

barbell single leg deadlift

upper legs

How to Perform the barbell single leg deadlift

1

Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a barbell in front of your thighs with an overhand grip.

2

Shift your weight onto your left foot and lift your right foot slightly off the ground.

3

Hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight and your right leg extended behind you for balance.

4

Lower the barbell towards the ground, keeping it close to your body and your left leg slightly bent.

5

Pause for a moment at the bottom, then engage your glutes and hamstrings to lift your torso back up to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.

Secondary Muscles

hamstringslower back