16-Apr-2021      By Travis Geopfert

Weight Training: Dumbbell Single Leg RDL

This movement is the dumbbell single leg RDL. When setting up for this movement it is important to hold the dumbbell in the opposite arm from the leg in contact with the ground. It is also important to choose a way that allows the athlete to maintain stability has to heavy a weight will cause the athlete to fall to one side. When done properly this will work all the muscles of the posterior chain including the hamstrings, the glutes, and the lower back.

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