dumbbell·compound
Suitcase Carry
coreobliquesforearmstrapsshoulders
How to
The technique.
- 01
Stand tall, holding a heavy dumbbell or kettlebell in one hand.
- 02
Keep your shoulders level, chest up, and core braced, resisting the lean to the loaded side.
- 03
Walk slowly and deliberately, taking short, controlled steps.
- 04
Maintain an upright posture throughout the entire distance or duration.
- 05
Breathe deeply and focus on keeping your body rigid, then switch sides.
Common mistakes
What goes wrong.
- ×Leaning excessively to the opposite side to compensate for the weight.
- ×Rounding the shoulders forward, losing proper posture.
- ×Shuffling feet or taking long, uncontrolled strides.
- ×Losing core tension, allowing the lower back to arch.
- ×Dropping the weight prematurely due to grip fatigue.
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