12 of the Best At-Home Dumbbell Exercises

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For years, there has been a debate over free-weight King between the barbell and the dumbbell.

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However, it would be criminal to sleep on the dumbbell’s benefits and versatility for free-weight exercises.

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Dumbbells are not only mobile, but they are also reasonably inexpensive compared to barbells, plates, and machine equipment.

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Over the years, we have seen proof of countless horrifying injuries where someone has failed a squat or bench because of this. When using dumbbells, however, this is not the case.

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Compared to the barbell once more, dumbbells require more excellent stabilization when performing exercises.

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You will gain more significant movement when performing any dumbbell press exercise.

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The answer is an unequivocal yes! The equipment you use is only a tiny part of the overall picture of building muscle.

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Three to four times per week is optimal. However, this advice goes for any workout routine.

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12 of the Best At-Home Dumbbell Exercises

For years, there has been a debate over free-weight King between the barbell and the dumbbell.

However, it would be criminal to sleep on the dumbbell’s benefits and versatility for free-weight exercises.

Dumbbells are not only mobile, but they are also reasonably inexpensive compared to barbells, plates, and machine equipment.

Over the years, we have seen proof of countless horrifying injuries where someone has failed a squat or bench because of this. When using dumbbells, however, this is not the case.

Increased Safety

Compared to the barbell once more, dumbbells require more excellent stabilization when performing exercises.

Better Muscle Activation and Stabilization

You will gain more significant movement when performing any dumbbell press exercise.

Greater Freedom of Movement

The answer is an unequivocal yes! The equipment you use is only a tiny part of the overall picture of building muscle.

Can I Build Muscle With Just Dumbbells?

Three to four times per week is optimal. However, this advice goes for any workout routine.

How often should you work out with dumbbells?

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