Dumbbell stiff leg deadlift
The dumbbell stiff leg deadlift is a lower body exercise that primarily targets the glutes and hamstrings. It involves bending at the hips while keeping the legs straight or slightly bent, and lowering the dumbbells towards the ground before returning to the starting position.
At a glance
- Area
- Upper legs
- Main muscle
- Glutes
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings, Adductors
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to protect your lower back.
- Lower the dumbbells slowly and with control.
- Do not lock your knees; keep them slightly bent.
What to watch out for
- lower back pain
- hamstring injuries
- hip issues
Also known as
Stacchi a gambe tese con manubri, hamstring deadlift, glute deadlift