One-Arm Side Deadlift

Strength · Expert · Quads

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Primary muscles
Quads
Secondary
Abs, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back, Traps
Equipment
Barbell
Force
Pull
Mechanic
Compound
Level
Expert

Muscles worked

Quads

Also works: Abs, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back, Traps

How to do itOne-Arm Side Deadlift

  1. 1Stand to the side of a barbell next to its center. Bend your knees and lower your body until you are able to reach the barbell.
  2. 2Grasp the bar as if you were grabbing a briefcase (palms facing you since the bar is sideways). You may need a wrist wrap if you are using a significant amount of weight. This is your starting position.
  3. 3Use your legs to help lift the barbell up while exhaling. Your arms should extend fully as bring the barbell up until you are in a standing position.
  4. 4Slowly bring the barbell back down while inhaling. Tip: Make sure to bend your knees while lowering the weight to avoid any injury from occurring.
  5. 5Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
  6. 6Switch arms and repeat the movement.

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