Glute Ham Raise vs Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift more often — 1,591 sessions vs 179. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Glute Ham Raise and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Glute Ham Raise vs Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift more often — 1,591 sessions compared to 179 for Glute Ham Raise.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Glute Ham Raise and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Glute Ham Raise and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift Differ
| What differs | Glute Ham Raise | Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | a dumbbell |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 179 sessions | 1,591 sessions |
How to Do Glute Ham Raise
Glute Ham Raise Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Use the thigh and glute muscles to lower your upper body until it is parallel to the floor.
- 2. Keep your core tightly engaged and raise your upper body back up.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your waist.
- 2. If your core strength is insufficient, do not push yourself to continue exercising.
For a full Glute Ham Raise guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Glute Ham Raise exercise guide.
How to Do Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift
Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Keep the knee joint fixed in an extended position and slowly bend your waist while stretching one leg back.
- 2. As you lower down, bring the dumbbell down close to your body.
- 3. Keep your gaze slightly forward.
- 4. As you lower your leg, slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your gaze drop to the floor.
- 2. Please be careful not to bend your knees excessively.
- 3. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your back.
For a full Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Glute Ham Raise or Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift?
Planfit users log Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift more often — 1,591 sessions against 179 for Glute Ham Raise. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Glute Ham Raise and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift need?
Glute Ham Raise needs a machine, and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift is the easier place to start. Move to Glute Ham Raise once your form holds up.
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