# Single-Leg Dumbbell Deficit Deadlift

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/single-leg-dumbbell-deadlift-stepbox-support

Also known as: Single-Leg Dumbbell Deadlift on Step, Single-Leg DB Deficit Deadlift

Variation of: [Dumbbell Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-deadlift)

Body region: Glutes, Back, Legs

## Equipment

- Dumbbells
- Step Platform or Plyo Box

## Technique

1. Stand on one foot on a low step with a dumbbell in the hand or in both hands.
2. Hinge at the hip, sending the free leg straight behind you, and lower the weight toward the floor.
3. Keep the hips level and the back flat.
4. Drive through the standing heel to return to upright.

### Cues

- Keep a soft bend in the standing knee.
- Use a low step and a light weight until balance is solid.
- Touch a wall with your free hand for support if needed.

### Common mistakes

- Rotating the hips open.
- Rounding the back.
- Using too much weight and losing balance.

## Variations

- [Dumbbell Deficit Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-deadlift-stepbox-support)
- [Single-Leg Dumbbell Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/single-leg-dumbbell-deadlift)
- [Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/sumo-dumbbell-deadlift)

## Alternatives

- [Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/deadlift)
- [Romanian Deadlift](https://heatsy.app/ex/romanian-deadlift)