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§ L · Exercises · HamstringsUpdated 6/2026

Dumbbell RDL

Builds your hamstrings and glutes while improving hip hinge strength. It helps with lifting and makes everyday bending more stable.

Muscle group
Hamstrings
Equipment
Dumbbell
Exercise type
Compound
Technique
Moderate technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Hamstrings
Supporting muscles
GlutesLower Back

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Stand with the dumbbells, feet hip-width apart.

  2. 02

    Push your hips back and lower the dumbbells along your legs.

  3. 03

    Keep your back straight and your knees slightly bent.

  4. 04

    Feel the stretch in your hamstrings.

  5. 05

    Stand back up by squeezing your glutes.

Beginner's guide

§ 03 · Guide
What it works

Builds your hamstrings and glutes while improving hip hinge strength. It helps with lifting and makes everyday bending more stable.

What it should feel like

You should feel it in your hamstrings and glutes, especially at the bottom. It should not be felt mainly in your lower back.

Most common mistake

A common mistake is rounding your back or letting the dumbbells drift away from your legs. Keep them close and push your hips back.

How to get started at the gym

§ 04 · SisuLift

Dumbbell RDL is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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Tips

§ 05 · Tips

Keep the dumbbells close to your legs throughout the movement.

Dumbbells allow for a freer range of motion.

More exercises: Hamstrings

§ 06 · Same muscles

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