ExercisesSingle-arm single-leg Romanian deadlift

Single-arm single-leg Romanian deadlift

Hold one dumbbell and balance on the opposite leg. Hinge at the hip so your torso and free leg move toward parallel, then stand back up while keeping your hips square.

StrengthDumbbellsDifficulty 3 of 3
Two-panel demonstration of the single-arm single-leg romanian deadlift, showing the start and finish positions
Start and finish positions

How to do it

Hold one dumbbell and balance on the opposite leg. Hinge at the hip so your torso and free leg move toward parallel, then stand back up while keeping your hips square.

Muscles worked

Front
Back
  • hamstringsprimary
  • glutes
  • adductors
  • lower back
  • core

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Reviewed 16 August 2026 · Exercise library v2.2