Dumbbell Squat (female)

Dumbbell Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
  • 2Begin by pushing your hips back and bending your knees to lower into a squat.
  • 3Go as low as you can while keeping your chest up and back straight.
  • 4Pause at the bottom of the movement, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Tips:

  • Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
  • Do not round your back or let your knees cave inwards.
  • Breathe out as you rise and in as you squat, to maintain core stability.
  • Keep your weight on the heels, not toes, during the exercise.

Dumbbell Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs