How to do a dumbbell b-stance rdl

Lower bodyDumbbellsIntermediate

An RDL with one foot kicked back for support — most of the load goes through the front leg, a great stepping stone to single-leg work.

How to do it

1Stagger your feet, back toe lightly down for balance
2Hinge at the hips with a flat back
3Push through the front heel to stand and squeeze

Common mistakes

×Putting too much weight on the back foot
×Rounding the back

Muscles worked

Hamstrings Glutes

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