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DeadLift with Dumbbells

The dumbbell deadlift is a classic strength-building exercise found in nearly every effective, well-programmed fitness routine.
And for good reason: The move hits multiple muscle groups, improves your day-to-day life, and makes you feel oh-so-powerful.

How To

  • Stand with feet hip-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand in front of thighs, palms facing body.
  • Engage core and pull shoulder blades down and back. Then, keeping arms straight, send hips back and bend knees slightly to lower both dumbbells down to the floor in front of legs. Continue lowering until hips are fully pushed back and the weights are as close to the floor as far as possible.
  • Keeping the chest up, push through feet to return to standing, squeezing glutes at the top.

Benefits

Builds strength in the lower body as well as the back, shoulders, and core.