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Dumbbell Squat demonstration

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Strength / Dumbbell

Dumbbell Squat

A back squat pattern loaded with a dumbbell in each hand, accessible without a barbell.

Equipment

Dumbbell

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Hamstrings

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand with feet shoulder-width, a dumbbell in each hand at the sides.

  2. 02

    Brace the core and keep the chest up.

  3. 03

    Squat down by hinging at the hips and bending the knees.

  4. 04

    Descend until the thighs are parallel or below.

  5. 05

    Drive through the heels to stand back up.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.