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Kettlebell One Legged Deadlift

Kettlebell · Hinge · Compound

Hamstrings Erector SpinaeTrapsForearms Joint friendly

Default prescription & biomechanics

Primary muscles
Hamstrings
Secondary muscles
Erector Spinae, Traps, Forearms
Equipment
Kettlebell
Movement pattern
Hinge (Pull force)
Difficulty
Intermediate
Working rep range
5-8 reps per set
Between-set interval
150 seconds rest

Step-by-step coaching cues

  1. Stand on one leg, holding a kettlebell in the opposite hand.
  2. Slightly bend the standing knee and hinge at your hips.
  3. Lower the kettlebell towards the floor, extending your free leg straight back.
  4. Keep your back straight and core engaged.

Joint & safety considerations

No specific joint contraindications are flagged for Kettlebell One Legged Deadlift. Maintain controlled tempo across the full range of motion and stop the set if sharp joint pain occurs.

Biomechanical alternatives & swaps

Used by the in-app Swap sheet when your equipment is occupied or when adjusting exercise difficulty.

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Resistance Band Hinge Good Morning Bands swap Bands
Rope Cable Pull-Through Cable swap Cable

From the WorkoutCard biomechanical library (613 verified movements). For general strength and conditioning education, not medical or physiotherapy advice.