Dumbbell Single Stiff Leg Deadlift demonstration

Dumbbell Single Stiff Leg Deadlift

Learn how to do the Dumbbell Single Stiff Leg Deadlift with proper form, setup, and execution.

This barbell movement primarily targets hamstrings.

How to Perform Dumbbell Single Stiff Leg Deadlift

  1. 1

    Grab a dumbbell in one hand and stand tall with your feet together.

  2. 2

    Retract your shoulder blades, engage your abs, and take a breath.

  3. 3

    Shift your weight onto your opposite leg and hinge at the hips, lowering the dumbbell toward the floor while keeping your leg straight.

  4. 4

    Drive your hips forward to return to the starting position and exhale.

  5. 5

    Once finished training one side, do the same number of reps on the other leg.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

Frequently Asked Questions