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Dumbbell Squat - Eskeno

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Exercise

Dumbbell Squat

CompoundIntermediate

A squat holding one dumbbell in each hand at the sides of the body, rather than racked at the chest like a goblet squat.

Tips & instructions

Form

Let the dumbbells hang straight down at the sides throughout, rather than letting them swing forward, which would pull the torso into a more bent-over position.

Progression

Grip becomes the limiting factor before the legs do at heavier loads, since both hands hold dead weight throughout the set, unlike a goblet squat's more supported hold.

Exercise demonstration video

Muscle groups

Primary: Vastus Lateralis

Secondary: Glute Max

Equipment

Dumbbell

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