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How to do it
- Pick up one heavy dumbbell in a firm grip and stand tall with the arm hanging at your side.
- Brace your abs so the shoulders and hips stay level.
- Keep the free arm relaxed and the eyes forward.
- Walk a set distance with even, controlled steps.
- Do not lean toward the weight or hike the loaded shoulder.
- Set the dumbbell down, switch hands, and walk back.
Common mistakes
- Leaning toward the loaded side instead of staying tall.
- Hiking the loaded shoulder toward the ear.
- Turning while still holding a heavy dumbbell, which twists the knees.
- Choosing a weight so light that the trunk never has to brace.
Muscles worked
- Primary
- Abs
- Secondary
- ForearmsLower BackTraps
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Good to know
- What muscles does the Dumbbell Suitcase Carry work?
- Mainly the abs. It also works the forearms, lower back and traps.
- What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Suitcase Carry?
- It uses dumbbells. Without it, the Kettlebell Suitcase Carry trains the same muscles the same way.
- Is the Dumbbell Suitcase Carry good for beginners?
- GymVim rates it intermediate.