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Dumbbell Deadlift
Muscles involved
The dumbbell deadlift is an accessible deadlift variation. It builds glutes, hamstrings and legs with moderate load.
How to do it
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and place dumbbells at the sides of your feet.
- Squat down with a straight back and grip the dumbbells with palms facing backward.
- Lift the dumbbells, keeping them aligned with your knees until standing.
- Lower the dumbbells controllably to the starting position.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your back straight and chest up throughout the movement. - Lift the dumbbells, keeping them close to your body. - Lower the dumbbells controllably, bending your knees and hips.
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PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Dumbbell Deadlift: which muscles does it work?
Dumbbell Deadlift mainly works: Glutes, Hamstrings, Quadriceps. It also involves: Gluteus maximus, Adductor magnus, Soleus.
What is Dumbbell Deadlift good for?
The dumbbell deadlift is an accessible deadlift variation. It builds glutes, hamstrings and legs with moderate load.
How do you do Dumbbell Deadlift with proper form?
- Keep your back straight and chest up throughout the movement. - Lift the dumbbells, keeping them close to your body. - Lower the dumbbells controllably, bending your knees and hips.
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