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farmers walk

farmers walk is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Stand up straight with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing your sides.

Step 2

Keep your back straight and your shoulders back.

Step 3

Take small, controlled steps forward, maintaining an upright posture.

Step 4

Continue walking for the desired distance or time.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

quads

Secondary muscles

calvesforearmscore

Primary body parts

thighs

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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