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Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift

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Equipment

Dumbbells
Dumbbells

The dumbbell stiff leg deadlift targets the posterior chain and helps improve hamstring and glute strength while enhancing hip flexibility. It focuses on controlled movement and posture, making it an excellent exercise for increasing lower body strength and muscular endurance.

How to do it

  1. Stand with feet hip-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.
  2. Keep your knees slightly bent and hinge at the hips to lower the weights.
  3. Lower the dumbbells as far as flexibility allows while keeping the back straight.
  4. Drive the hips forward to return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary Gluteus Maximus Hamstrings

Secondary Erector Spinae Gastrocnemius

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