How to do a dumbbell squat to front raise

Lower bodyDumbbellsIntermediate

A squat that raises the dumbbells out in front as you stand — legs and shoulders in one smooth move.

Dumbbell squat to front raise demonstration

How to do it

1Squat down holding the dumbbells
2As you stand, raise them straight out in front to shoulder height
3Lower them as you squat again

Common mistakes

×Swinging the weights up with momentum
×Letting your chest drop in the squat

Muscles worked

Quads Glutes Shoulders

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