How to do a farmer's walk

Upper bodyDumbbellsBeginner

Carry heavy dumbbells and walk tall — brilliant for grip, core and your whole body. Deceptively simple.

How to do it

1Hold a heavy dumbbell in each hand
2Stand tall, shoulders back, core braced
3Walk with steady, controlled steps

Muscles worked

Core Back Shoulders

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