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Farmers Walk

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Equipment

Dumbbells
Dumbbells

The farmer's walk is a functional strength exercise that involves walking while holding heavy weights. It improves grip strength, core stability, and overall endurance, making it a great full-body workout.

How to do it

  1. Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding dumbbells at your sides.
  2. Engage your core and keep your shoulders back.
  3. Walk forward, maintaining a steady pace and upright posture.
  4. Keep breathing evenly through the walk.
  5. Continue for a set distance or time, then rest.

Muscles worked

Primary Erector Spinae Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps

Secondary Gastrocnemius Hamstrings Rectus Abdominis Trapezius Upper Fibers

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