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Barbell Single Leg Deadlift

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Glutes accessibility Upper Legs
Hamstrings Lower Back

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Barbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

7.3

Force

pull

Barbell Single Leg Deadlift is a intermediate multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Glutes in the Upper Legs region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Lower Back.

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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.

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