Dumbbell Deadlift
Dumbbells
A foundational lower-body strength exercise that trains hip and knee extension while keeping the dumbbells close to the body.
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Dumbbell
Focus
Glutes · Hamstrings · Quads · Back · Core
Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Brace before beginning the lift.
Keep the dumbbells close to your legs.
Push the floor away as you stand.
Finish tall without leaning backward.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Rounding the back.
Letting the dumbbells drift forward.
Jerking the weights from the floor.
Overextending at the top.
Exercise Family
Same movement.
Different setup.
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