Farmer's Carry
Muscle Groups: Forearms, Traps
Farmer's Carry focuses on Forearms, Traps, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Farmer's Carry with proper form and technique.
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Stand upright with a dumbbell in each hand, arms extended down at your sides and palms facing your body.
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Keep your shoulders back and down, chest up, and core engaged.
- 3
Walk forward with short, controlled steps, maintaining your upright posture throughout the movement.
- 4
Continue walking for the desired distance or time.
Secondary Muscles
While Farmer's Carry primarily targets Forearms, Traps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . 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 Farmer's Carry, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Farmer's Carry, 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.
