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Kettlebell Single Leg Deadlift
A single-leg hip hinge holding a kettlebell, training the hamstrings and glutes while challenging balance.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- gluteus maximus · hamstrings · erector spinae · gluteus medius
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- intermediate
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Hold a kettlebell in one hand and stand on the opposite leg.
- Hinge at the hip and lower the kettlebell toward the floor.
- Extend your free leg straight back for balance.
- Lower until your torso is parallel to the floor.
- Drive through your standing heel to return to standing.
- Complete reps on one side, then switch.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Keep your hips square to the floor as you hinge.
- Keep a soft bend in your standing knee.
- Fix your eyes on one spot to steady your balance.