Barbell Single-Arm Side Deadlift
This is an advanced exercise that works most of the muscles of the body. Exercises like this are used to develop functional strength for sports that require strong hands.
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Muscle groups
- Legs
- Primary muscles
- Quadriceps
- Secondary muscles
- Abdominals, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings
How to perform this exercise
- Stand besides a barbell placed on the floor.
- Grasp the bar with an overhand grip in the center.
- Crouching down as if your were performing a squat, bend down so your thighs are parallel with the floor.
- Extend your legs slowly as you straighten your body up, drawing in your abs as you rise.
Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.
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