Single Leg Romanian Deadlift (Dumbbell)

How to do it

1. Stand tall with a dumbbell in one hand, on the same side as the leg you will lift. Keep a slight bend in your standing knee.
2. Engage your core and glutes. Slowly hinge at your hips, extending the opposite leg straight back behind you for balance.
3. Lower the dumbbell towards the floor, keeping your back straight and your core tight. Your torso should be parallel to the floor, and your extended leg should form a straight line with your torso.
4. Feel the stretch in your hamstring of the standing leg.
5. Squeeze your glutes and hamstrings to return to the starting position, bringing your extended leg back down without letting it touch the floor if possible, or gently tapping it for balance before the next rep.
6. Complete all repetitions on one side before switching to the other leg.

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