How to Do Dumbbell Squats (20)

Dumbbell Squats (20) is a quads exercise using dumbbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Quads

Equipment

Dumbbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Dumbbell Squats (20)

  1. 01Hold a pair of dumbbells at the sides or at shoulder height with feet set slightly wider than hip-width.
  2. 02Inhale and initiate the descent by bending the knees and hips simultaneously while keeping the gaze forward.
  3. 03Lower the hips until the thighs are at least parallel to the floor, ensuring the knees track over the toes.
  4. 04Drive upward through the heels to return to a full standing position.
  5. 05Exhale forcefully at the top and reset the shoulder blades before the next repetition.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Dumbbell Squats (20)

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Quads Extends the knee, driving squats, lunges and jumps.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Maintain a vertical chest position to ensure the weight remains over the mid-foot and the loading stays on the quads.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Dumbbell Squats (20) questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Squats (20) work?

Dumbbell Squats (20) is catalogued as a quads exercise in A90 Training Club, with the quads as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Dumbbell Squats (20) correctly?

Hold a pair of dumbbells at the sides or at shoulder height with feet set slightly wider than hip-width. Inhale and initiate the descent by bending the knees and hips simultaneously while keeping the gaze forward. Lower the hips until the thighs are at least parallel to the floor, ensuring the knees track over the toes. Drive upward through the heels to return to a full standing position. Exhale forcefully at the top and reset the shoulder blades before the next repetition.

What is the A90 coach tip for Dumbbell Squats (20)?

Maintain a vertical chest position to ensure the weight remains over the mid-foot and the loading stays on the quads.

Is Dumbbell Squats (20) suitable for beginners?

Dumbbell Squats (20) is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Squats (20)?

Dumbbell Squats (20) uses dumbbell.

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