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Movement Library

Dumbbell Swing

Pattern
Hinge
Trains
Conditioning
Difficulty
Moderate
Measured in
Repetitions

How to perform

  1. 1Hinge and swing the dumbbell between your legs, then snap your hips forward.
  2. 2Power comes from the hips — your arms only guide the weight.

Equipment

  • Dumbbell

Progression

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