Also known as Dumbbell Swing
Main Muscle TargetedHamstrings
Exercise TypePlyometrics
Auxiliary Muscles WorkedShoulders, Gluteus Maximus, Quadriceps
EquipmentDumbbell
Mechanics TypeCompound
Exercise LevelBeginner
Applied ForcePull
Sport
Male Version
Female Version
Male variant
Male variant
Female variant
Female variant

Instructions

1) Allow the dumbbell to hang at arms length between your legs, holding it with both hands. Keep your back straight and your head up.
2) Swing the dumbbell between your legs, flexing at the hips and bending the knees slightly.
3) Powerfully reverse the motion by extending at the hips, knees, and ankles to propel yourself upward, swinging the dumbell over your head.
4) As you land, absorb the impact through your legs and draw the dumbbell to your torso before the next repetition.

Alternative Exercises

Band Good Morning


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