Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift
How to do the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Hamstrings
Glutes, Lower Back
Kettlebells
How to do the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift
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Hold a kettlebell by the handle in one hand. Stand on one leg, on the same side that you hold the kettlebell.
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Keeping that knee slightly bent, perform a stiff legged deadlift by bending at the hip, extending your free leg behind you for balance.
- 3
Continue lowering the kettlebell until you are parallel to the ground, and then return to the upright position.
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Where the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift fits
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Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift: common questions
What muscles does the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift work?
The Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift primarily works the Hamstrings. It also recruits the Glutes and Lower Back as supporting muscles.
Is the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift suitable for beginners?
The Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.
What equipment do I need for the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift?
To do the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift you'll need one or more kettlebells.
Is the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift a compound or isolation exercise?
The Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift is a compound exercise, it moves multiple joints and works several muscle groups at once, which makes it efficient for building overall strength.
How do I do the Kettlebell One-Legged Deadlift with correct form?
Hold a kettlebell by the handle in one hand. Stand on one leg, on the same side that you hold the kettlebell. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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