Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift (On Bench) Video Exercise Guide

Performing the dumbbell stiff leg deadlift on a bench allows for a greater range of motion.

1. Begin by placing two flat benches together side by side. Space them apart so that when you stand on them, your feet will be around shoulder-width apart.
2. Choose a pair of dumbbells and stand securely with one foot on each bench and a slight bend in your knees. Hold the dumbbells down at our side. You are now in the starting position.
3. Keep your back as straight as possible and bend over at the waist lowering the dumbbells over the tops of your feet. Your knees should be kept stationary during the movement.
4. Focus on the stretch in your hamstrings, and continue to lower the dumbbells down as far as your hamstrings will let you comfortably.
5. Now engage the hamstrings and begin to raise the dumbbells straight back up.
6. Your eyes should be facing up and your shoulders back. This will prevent your lower back from rounding.
7. Squeeze up through the glutes and hamstrings until you're standing straight up.
8. Repeat for desired reps.