Man Makers

Muscle Groups: Abs, Chest, Calves, Glutes, Hips, Quads, Traps, Lats, Shoulders, Triceps

Man Makers focuses on Abs, Chest, Calves, Glutes, Hips, Quads, Traps, Lats, Shoulders, Triceps, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Man Makers with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.

  2. 2

    Bend your knees and hinge at the hips to drop into a squat, placing the dumbbells on the floor.

  3. 3

    Kick your feet back into a plank position, keep your body in a straight line, and perform a push-up.

  4. 4

    Jump your feet back to your hands, stand up, and lift the dumbbells overhead to finish.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Man Makers safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your core tight throughout the movement to protect your lower back.

  • Avoid letting your hips sag during the plank; maintain a straight line from head to heels.

  • Use lighter weights to focus on form first before increasing the load.

Secondary Muscles

While Man Makers primarily targets Abs, Chest, Calves, Glutes, Hips, Quads, Traps, Lats, Shoulders, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings . 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 Man Makers, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Man Makers, 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.

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