hinge · advanced · single side
Dumbbell Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift
Also called: DB single-leg RDL, Single-leg dumbbell deadlift
Coaching cues
- Hold the dumbbell opposite the standing leg
- Push the hips back, reach the free leg to the wall behind you
- Hips stay square to the floor
- Drive through the whole foot to stand tall
Common mistakes
- Rotating the torso and hips open at the bottom
- Rounding the back to lower the weight further
- Touching down with the free foot every rep for balance
Take care with: lower back. Members who list these injuries never see this exercise in a program.
Easier: Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift, Kickstand Romanian Deadlift