---
title: "Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift"
description: "Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs with your palms facing your body."
locale: en
slug: dumbbell-stiff-leg-deadlift
url: "https://hi.fitness/exercises/dumbbell-stiff-leg-deadlift"
primaryMuscle: "Hamstrings"
secondaryMuscles: ["Glutes","Lats","Lower Back"]
equipment: ["Dumbbell"]
category: "Strength"
format: "Reps · Weight"
video: "https://hi.fitness/exercise-media/public/video/f890bc5b-dumbbell-stiff-leg-deadlift.mp4"
updatedAt: 2026-10-20T13:27:28+00:00
---
# Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift

Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs with your palms facing your body.

## How to do it

1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs with your palms facing your body.
2. Keeping a slight bend in your knees, hinge at your hips and lower the dumbbells towards the floor, maintaining a straight back and keeping the dumbbells close to your legs.
3. Lower the dumbbells until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings, ensuring your back remains straight.
4. Return to the starting position, extending your hips and standing tall. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

## Form tips

- Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise for stability.
- Focus on hinging at the hips rather than bending at the waist.

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