Double Dumbbell Swing
Double Dumbbell
A dynamic hip-hinge exercise using two dumbbells to develop posterior-chain power and full-body conditioning.
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
Dumbbell
Focus
Glutes · Hamstrings · Back · Shoulders · Core
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Hinge at the hips rather than squatting down.
Drive the floor away and extend the hips powerfully.
Let the dumbbells move from hip power.
Keep your core braced and spine neutral.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Turning the movement into a squat.
Lifting the dumbbells primarily with the shoulders.
Overextending the lower back at the top.
Exercise Family
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