Farmer’s Walk
Farmer’s Walk is a dumbbell other exercise for the forearms, and it also works the back, core, shoulders and glutes. If you cannot do it, Plate Pinch Hold or Behind-the-Back Wrist Curl are good swaps.
Muscles worked
Forearms · main
Back
Core
Shoulders
Glutes
How to do it
- Pick up a heavy weight in each hand and stand tall, shoulders back and down.
- Keep your arms straight and your grip tight.
- Walk with short, quick steps, keeping your torso upright and still.
- Set the weights down under control once the distance or time is done.
Watch out: Leaning to one side or letting your shoulders round forward.
Alternatives
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