Glutes · Dumbbell

Deadlift (Dumbbell)

A movement that trains your glutes, done with a dumbbell. Your hamstrings and lower back help out.

Deadlift (Dumbbell), starting position

Muscles you'll work

Deadlift (Dumbbell) muscles worked, front viewDeadlift (Dumbbell) muscles worked, back view
GlutesPrimaryHamstrings · Lower BackSecondary

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body, arms extended downwards.
  3. Bend at your hips and knees, lowering the dumbbells towards the ground while keeping your back straight.
  4. Push through your heels and extend your hips and knees, lifting the dumbbells back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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EquipmentDumbbell
Type
Push or pull
LevelBeginner

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