Dumbbell Deadlift
Muscle Groups: Hamstrings, Lower Back
Dumbbell Deadlift focuses on Hamstrings, Lower Back, with Lats, Traps, Forearm, Quads, Glutes, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Dumbbell Deadlift with proper form and technique.
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Hold a pair of dumbbells in front of you with an overhand grip, palms facing the body.
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Hinge forward at your hips, slightly bending the knees, lowering the dumbbells to the ground without allowing your back to round. Brace core and lift back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Dumbbell Deadlift safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your head in line with the rest of your body and avoid overarching at the neck.
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Be sure to keep the dumbbells close to the body throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Dumbbell Deadlift primarily targets Hamstrings, Lower Back , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lats, Traps, Forearm, Quads, Glutes, Adductors . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Dumbbell Deadlift, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Dumbbell Deadlift, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
