Deadlift with dumbbells

Exercise overview

Primary muscle group: Legs

Exercise type: Dumbbell

Exercise goal: Strength

Key metric: Weight

Average per rep (kg)*: 33

Average per rep (lbs)*: 72

Weight counts twice!

Description: Position a pair of dumbbells horizontally in front of your feet. Squat down and grasp the dumbbells with an overhand grip. Raise your hips slightly, straighten your back, and lean back to stand up straight. Exhale as you lift the dumbbells up, pulling them across the front of your body. Inhale as you push your butt back, flex your hips and knees, and lower the dumbbells down to the floor. Repeat the exercise for desired repetitions.

Exercise ID: 00074

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Exercise tips and tricks

Master Your Form First: Ensuring proper form is essential for preventing injury and maximizing effectiveness. Keep your back straight, hinge at the hips, and avoid rounding your shoulders.
Engage Your Core: Maintain a tight core throughout the movement. This will help in stabilizing your spine and avoiding unnecessary strain on your lower back.
Keep Dumbbells Close: Hold the dumbbells close to your legs as you lift. This minimizes the stress on your lower back and ensures you're targeting the right muscle groups.
Use a Neutral Grip: Hold the dumbbells with a neutral grip (palms facing your body). This helps to keep your wrists in a more natural and less strained position.
Control Your Movement: Avoid using momentum. Perform the exercise deliberately and with control, focusing on the contraction of your hamstrings, glutes, and lower back.
Breathe Properly: Inhale as you lower the dumbbells, and exhale as you lift. Proper breathing helps you maintain form and provides your muscles with the oxygen they need.
Progress Gradually: Start with lighter weights to master the form and technique, then gradually increase the weight as you become more comfortable and stronger.
Warm-Up and Cool Down: Ensure you adequately warm up before beginning and cool down afterward to increase flexibility and reduce the risk of injury.

Exercise overview

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