dumbbell deadlift
dumbbell deadlift is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
Step 2
Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your body, arms extended downwards.
Step 3
Bend at your hips and knees, lowering the dumbbells towards the ground while keeping your back straight.
Step 4
Push through your heels and extend your hips and knees, lifting the dumbbells back up to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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