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Lateral Goblet Squat

The dumbbell lateral goblet squat is a lower body exercise that primarily targets the quads, glutes, and adductors. It involves holding a dumbbell at chest level while performing a squat with a lateral movement. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the […] Read more »

Goblet Squat

The dumbbell goblet squat is a lower body exercise that primarily targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes while also engaging the core muscles. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose a dumbbell that allows you to perform 8-12 […] Read more »

T Push UP

The dumbbell T push-up is a compound exercise that targets the chest, shoulders, and triceps while also engaging the core muscles. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose dumbbells that are appropriate for your fitness level and allow […] Read more »

Wide Arm Row

The dumbbell wide arm row is an exercise that primarily targets the back muscles, specifically the latissimus dorsi. It also engages the rear deltoids, rhomboids, and trapezius muscles. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose a weight that […] Read more »

Cross body hammer curl

The dumbbell cross body hammer curl is an isolation exercise that targets the biceps muscles. It involves holding a dumbbell in each hand and curling them up towards the opposite shoulder, hence the name “cross body.” Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to […] Read more »

Lunge Press

The dumbbell lunge press is a compound exercise that targets multiple muscle groups including the legs, glutes, shoulders, and core. It involves performing a lunge while simultaneously pressing dumbbells overhead. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Start with […] Read more »

Alternate Front Raise

The dumbbell alternate front raise is a weightlifting exercise that targets the anterior (front) deltoids and also works the muscles of the upper back and core. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warm-up to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose a weight that you can […] Read more »

Deadlift

The dumbbell deadlift is a compound exercise that targets multiple muscle groups, including the legs, glutes, lower back, and forearms. It involves lifting a pair of dumbbells from the ground while maintaining a flat back and engaging the core muscles. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior […] Read more »

Side Lunge

The dumbbell side lunge is a lower body exercise that primarily targets the glutes, quads, and hamstrings. It involves stepping to the side with one foot while bending the knee and keeping the other leg straight. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warm-up to do prior to exercise: How to […] Read more »

Touch Back Push-up

The dumbbell touch back push-up is a bodyweight exercise that targets the chest, shoulders, and triceps. It also engages the core muscles for stabilization. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: No weight is needed for this exercise as […] Read more »