Bodyweight Single Leg RDL Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Adductor Magnus, Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Leg Romanian Deadlift
How to: Bodyweight Single Leg RDL
- Stand on one leg, keeping your knee slightly bent.
- Hinge at the hips and push your free leg back while lowering your torso towards the ground.
- Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Raise your torso back up while bringing your free leg back in line with your body.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Bending the standing knee too much.
- Arching the back instead of hinging at the hips.
- Not fully extending the non-standing leg.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a slight bend in the standing knee.
- Use a chair or a wall for additional support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Focus on engaging your glutes rather than using momentum.
- Use a wall or sturdy object for balance if needed.
Bodyweight Single Leg RDL Alternatives
Tags
hips
strength
balance
core
glutes
hamstrings