Side Lunge vs Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Side Lunge and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift are close in use — 2,021 vs 1,591 sessions logged. What separates them is Leg loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Side Lunge and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Side Lunge vs Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Side Lunge more often — 2,021 sessions compared to 1,591 for Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Side Lunge 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 Side Lunge and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift Differ
| What differs | Side Lunge | Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,021 sessions | 1,591 sessions |
How to Do Side Lunge
Side Lunge Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Move one foot to the side and shift your weight.
- 2. Bend the knee of the moved leg and keep the opposite leg straight.
- 3. Apply pressure to the center of the bent knee and slowly rise back to the starting position.
- 4. Repeat the same on the opposite side.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body forward.
- 2. Please make sure that your center of gravity does not shift too much to the side.
For a full Side Lunge guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Side Lunge 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, Side Lunge or Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Leg, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Side Lunge and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift need?
Side Lunge needs bodyweight only, and Dumbbell One Leg Deadlift needs a dumbbell.
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