Kettlebell Single Leg Deadlift

A single-leg hip hinge holding a kettlebell, training the hamstrings and glutes while challenging balance.

How to do it

1. Hold a kettlebell in one hand and stand on the opposite leg.
2. Hinge at the hip and lower the kettlebell toward the floor.
3. Extend your free leg straight back for balance.
4. Lower until your torso is parallel to the floor.
5. Drive through your standing heel to return to standing.
6. Complete reps on one side, then switch.

Tips

• Keep your hips square to the floor as you hinge.
• Keep a soft bend in your standing knee.
• Fix your eyes on one spot to steady your balance.

Muscles

Primary: Glutes (max), Hamstrings

Secondary: Erector spinae, Glutes (medius)