Dumbbell Deadlift

Dumbbell Deadlift demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at arm-length in front of your thighs
  • 2Bend at your hips and knees, lower your torso until it's almost parallel to the floor
  • 3Push your hips forward and lift your torso back to the starting position
  • 4Pause at the top then lower the weights back to the starting position

Tips:

  • Maintain a slight bend in your knees during the exercise
  • Keep your back naturally arched during the movement
  • Drive the movement through your heels instead of your toes
  • Breathe out as you lift the weights and breathe in as you lower them

Dumbbell Deadlift Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs