{"id":2571,"date":"2020-10-08T23:57:47","date_gmt":"2020-10-09T03:57:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/?p=2571"},"modified":"2023-10-29T15:49:50","modified_gmt":"2023-10-29T19:49:50","slug":"standing-dumbbell-exercises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/standing-dumbbell-exercises","title":{"rendered":"26 Best Standing Dumbbell Exercises to Build Muscle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For those who work out <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/no-bench-dumbbell-workout-plan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>without a bench<\/strong><\/a>, I&#8217;ve shared a complete list of standing dumbbell exercises in this article. To perform those workouts, you don&#8217;t have to lay down or sit; all you need is a pair of dumbbells and some space where you can stand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article includes dumbbell standing exercises for each muscle group, from the back, arms, and abs to the chest, shoulder, and legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want to build muscle or lose weight, you can integrate these exercises into your <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/6-week-dumbbell-compound-workout-plan-pdf\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"13963\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>training program to bolster your entire body<\/strong> <\/a>and build lean mass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also combine these exercises with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-floor-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3459\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dumbbell lying exercises<\/a><\/strong> to design an effective <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/no-bench-dumbbell-workout-plan\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6058\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">no-bench home workout routine<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here&#8217;s a quick list of all the exercises:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parallel Chest Fly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upward Chest Fly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Behind the Neck Tricep Extension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One-arm Overhead Triceps Extension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Triceps Kickback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arnold Press<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alternating Front Raise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standing Lateral Raise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bent-over Lateral Raise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upright Row<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shoulder Shrug<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alternating Biceps Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hammer Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crossover Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dumbbell Zottoman Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Twisting Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reverse Dumbbell Curl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bent-over Row (Underhand grip)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bent-over Row (Neutral grip)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Front Squat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forward Lunges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Romanian Deadlift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calf Raises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Side Bend<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woodchop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Windmill<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standing Dumbbell Chest Exercises<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do a couple of dumbbell exercises to reinforce your chest muscles in the standing position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Standing Dumbbell Fly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How To: Standing Dumbbell Deltoid fly\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zIO646rwlD8?start=29&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The parallel dumbbell fly works on the pectoral muscles and helps build a firm torso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring your arms out to the sides so your palms are facing forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring the dumbbells toward each other until your arms are straight and together in front of your chest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a moment and then reverse the steps and repeat for the desired number of times. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Dumbbell Upward Chest Fly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Upward dumbbell flys\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Vzr1P10sftA?start=10&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The standing upward dumbbell fly primarily isolates the upper pecs and helps build a defined chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also do one arm chest fly to <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/best-unilateral-chest-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"20004\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>work more on the weaker side of your chest<\/strong><\/a> and improve muscle imbalance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform an upward fly:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-32ba2cb0-7d38-43de-8545-369f7b15d9c1\">\n<li>Stand tall in the hip-width stance, holding a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms straight at your sides with your palms facing forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly raise your arms up at chest level until both dumbbells are close to each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a couple of seconds at the top, and then slowly lower the dumbbells to the start. That&#8217;s one repetition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standing Dumbbell Exercises for Triceps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the three best dumbbell standing exercises you can do to hit your triceps lateral, long, and short head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Behind the Neck Tricep Extension<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This exercise hits the triceps long head and helps <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-triceps-exercises-for-bigger-arms\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"469\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>develop sturdy triceps<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do an overhead triceps extension:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-49c4a004-a7ea-4346-b822-62b23aa3f6b9\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell with both hands and stand tall in a hip-width stance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your elbows and hold the dumbbell behind your neck.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extend your arms overhead until you feel the complete triceps contraction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a moment, focus on your triceps muscles, and then lower the dumbbell to the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat for the desired number of times. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your elbows as close to your ears as possible<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Single-arm Triceps Extension<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Unilateral-tricep-extension.jpg\" alt=\"Unilateral Tricep Extension\" class=\"wp-image-19905\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Unilateral-tricep-extension.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Unilateral-tricep-extension-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Unilateral-tricep-extension-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The single-arm tricep extension allows you to train one arm at a time, helps correct strength imbalance, and builds perfect triceps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start with standing straight and holding a dumbbell in your right hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your right elbow and lower the weight toward the opposite side of your shoulder (bringing from behind your head).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extend your arms fully, pause for a moment, and then lower it down.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do as many reps and sets as possible on each side.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Dumbbell Triceps Kickback<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Triceps-Kickback.jpg\" alt=\"Standing dumbbell triceps exercises\" class=\"wp-image-6296\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Triceps-Kickback.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Triceps-Kickback-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Triceps-Kickback-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you want to build horseshoe triceps, you shouldn&#8217;t skip kickbacks. Kickback is a highly effective exercise that activates all three heads of the triceps and helps develop sculpted arms.<sup class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote \" data-mfn=\"1\" data-mfn-post-scope=\"0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_2571\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\"  title=\" ACE Study Identifies Best Triceps Exercises &#8211; American Council of Exercise\"  role=\"button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_2571-1\">1<\/a><\/sup><span id=\"mfn-content-0000000000000fdd0000000000000000_2571-1\" role=\"tooltip\" class=\"modern-footnotes-footnote__note\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mfn=\"1\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/certifiednewsarticle\/3008\/ace-study-identifies-best-triceps-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ACE Study Identifies Best Triceps Exercises<\/a> &#8211; American Council of Exercise<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do single-arm kickback:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab a dumbbell in your left hand with a neutral grip and stand straight in the hip-width stance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your knees and lean your torso forward. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your left arm straight at your side and the right one on your knees for balance. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly raise your working arm backward and lock your elbow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, kick the dumbbell back in an arc motion until your arm is straight behind you. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a moment, squeeze your tricep muscles, and then your lower arm to the start (elbows should be locked throughout the movement).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standing Dumbbell Workouts for Shoulders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do various standing exercises with dumbbells to build toned and healthy shoulders at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s see all the exercises one by one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Arnold Press<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Dumbbell Arnold Press\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hA1K5OalcdU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arnold Press is an excellent exercise to <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-exercises-for-shoulders\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"419\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>hit all three delts<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; anterior, lateral, and posterior delt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform an Arnold press:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-09a0aff1-2618-46fd-af2f-286a5133b5c1\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell in each hand and stand upright with your feet hip-width apart. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bend your elbows and bring the dumbbells at shoulder height with your palms facing the body. That&#8217;s the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, press the weights up (while rotating the dumbbells) until your palms are facing forward at the top of the press. Make sure your arms are fully straight overhead. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a moment and then slowly reverse the movements so that your palms face the body at the bottom of the press. That&#8217;s one rep.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Dumbbell Alternate Front Raise<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Front-Raises.jpg\" alt=\"Standing Dumbbell Exercises for Shoulder\" class=\"wp-image-6297\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Front-Raises.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Front-Raises-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Dumbbell-Front-Raises-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The front raise is an isolation exercise that primarily hits the <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/anterior-deltoid-exercises-at-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anterior deltoid<\/a> and forges your shoulders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform an alternating front raises:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell in each hand and stand tall in the hip-width stance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grip the dumbbells as tightly as possible with an overhand grip and hold your arms straight in front of your thighs. That&#8217;s the starting position. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, raise the dumbbells upward until your arms reach slightly above your shoulder height. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a second, then slowly lower the dumbbells in the starting position. That&#8217;s one rep.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Dumbbell Lateral Raise<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dumbbell-Side-Delt-Raise.jpg\" alt=\"dumbbell side delt raise\" class=\"wp-image-5719\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dumbbell-Side-Delt-Raise.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dumbbell-Side-Delt-Raise-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Dumbbell-Side-Delt-Raise-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The standing lateral raise <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/side-delt-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/side-delt-exercises\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>reinforces the side delts<\/strong><\/a> and makes your shoulder healthy and look more defined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform a side delt raise:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-2af5c31a-8cdf-4440-a544-99b5f1265664\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell in each hand and stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grip the dumbbells as tightly as possible with an overhand grip and hold your arms straight at your sides. That&#8217;s the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, raise the dumbbells out to the sides until your arms become parallel to the ground. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly lower the dumbbells in the starting position. That&#8217;s one repetition.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Bent-Over Lateral Raise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Bent-Over Lateral Raise\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SWjzFaH9QXA?start=5&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The bent-over lateral raise, also known as the rear delt fly, <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-rear-delt-exercises\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3708\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>works on the posterior delts<\/strong><\/a> and upper trap and improves your upper body appearance, especially the rear side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform a bent-over lateral raises:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell in each hand and stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly bend your knees, push your hips back, and bend your torso forward, but keep your back remains flat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold your arms straight underneath your chest with your palms facing each other. That&#8217;s the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise the dumbbells to the sides until you feel a complete contraction in your shoulders. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower the dumbbells to the start and repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Dumbbell Upright Row<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Dumbbell Upright Row - Shoulder Exercise - Bodybuilding.com\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SO_nHq52a8o?start=9&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The upright row is a <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-compound-exercises\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4317\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">compound exercise<\/a> that simultaneously strengthens the shoulder and upper trap muscles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform an upright row:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holding a dumbbell in each hand, stand straight in the hip-width stance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grip the dumbbells as tightly as possible with an overhand grip and hold your arms straight in front of your thighs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull the dumbbells toward your chin until they reach your neck (elbows should go out to the sides).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a moment at the top, and then return the weight to the start.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Dumbbell Shrug<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Shrug.jpg\" alt=\"back and shoulder workout with dumbbells\" class=\"wp-image-5482\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Shrug.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Shrug-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Shrug-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The dumbbell shrug specifically builds up the area around our neck and shoulders and helps correct posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform a shrug:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holding a dumbbell in each hand, stand upright with your back straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms straight at your sides with your palms facing in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your shoulders toward your ears as high as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shrug through your shoulder blades and lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standing Dumbbell Exercises for Biceps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Alternating Bicep Curl<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/bicep-curl-1.jpg\" alt=\"Standing Dumbbell Exercises For Biceps\" class=\"wp-image-2601\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/bicep-curl-1.jpg 728w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/bicep-curl-1-300x235.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The alternating dumbbell curl is an old-school exercise that helps <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-bicep-exercises\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>build sizable biceps<\/strong><\/a> and beefy arms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stand straight in the hip-width stance, along with holding a dumbbell in each hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grip the dumbbells with an underhand grip and hold your arms straight at your sides. That&#8217;s the starting position. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your core tight, inhale, and curl the dumbbells toward your shoulder until you feel the contraction in your bicep muscles. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold a moment at the top of the curl, then return the dumbbells to the starting position.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Dumbbell Hammer Curl<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Single-arm-Hammer-Curl-with-Dumbbell.jpg\" alt=\"Standing dumbbell workout for biceps\" class=\"wp-image-6051\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Single-arm-Hammer-Curl-with-Dumbbell.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Single-arm-Hammer-Curl-with-Dumbbell-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Single-arm-Hammer-Curl-with-Dumbbell-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The hammer curl targets the two-headed muscle from a different angle and <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/forearm-dumbbell-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"12638\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">engages the forearms<\/a> as well. Pairing it with other biceps exercises will help you build rounded and good-looking biceps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform a hammer curl:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-2af5c31a-8cdf-4440-a544-99b5f1265664\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip and stand tall.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms straight at your sides with your palms facing your body. That&#8217;s the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flex your arms toward your shoulders until you feel the contraction in your bicep muscles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pause for a moment at the top of the curl, then slowly uncurl your arms.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Dumbbell Crossover Curl<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Alternate Dumbbell Cross Body Biceps Curls\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/asbKz42fLqg?start=5&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stand upright in the hip-width stance, along with holding a dumbbell in each hand. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grip the dumbbells with a neutral grip and hold your arms straight at your sides with your palms facing your body. That&#8217;s the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curl one dumbbell up across your body to the opposite shoulder while keeping your palms inward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a moment, and then return to the start. That&#8217;s one repetition. Perform three sets of ten reps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Standing Dumbbell Zottoman Curl<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Zottman Curls\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wrjEdVZrkhk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-e822d932-7d66-46b8-8c2f-a12c00987471\">\n<li> Holding a dumbbell in each hand, stand upright with your back straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms straight at your sides with your palms facing in. That&#8217;s the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brace your core, inhale, and curl the dumbbells toward your shoulder until your biceps are engaged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the top of the movement, rotate your wrists so that your palms are facing forward. And then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the initial position. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat for the desired number of times.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Standing Dumbbell Twisting Curl<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Alternate Dumbbell Bicep Curl\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dgyYR-jVGcI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-3034b7be-32e7-4fe4-8c6f-4676dee2ac66\">\n<li>Grab a pair of dumbbells with a neutral grip and stand tall with your feet together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold your arms straight at your sides with your palms facing in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curl one arm toward your shoulder; as you reach the half of the curl, rotate the wrist so your palms face your body at the top of the movement. Hold for a second and then reverse the steps to return to the starting position.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat with your opposite arms to complete one repetition.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Reverse Dumbbell Curls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Dumbbell Reverse Curls\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BfY-4WuwR8s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-b0e49c01-3e36-4cad-a8c7-31bfa5789f26\">\n<li>Grab a pair of dumbbells in your hands with an overhand grip and hold your arms straight in front of your thighs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curl the dumbbells toward your shoulders until your biceps are fully engaged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pause for a couple of seconds, and then lower your weights to the start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do as many reps and sets as you like.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standing Dumbbell Back Exercises<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dumbell bent-over row, deadlift, and reverse fly are some of the dumbbell standing workouts you can do to <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-back-workout-and-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"555\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fortify your back muscles<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. Dumbbell Bent-over Row<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Bent-over-row.jpg\" alt=\"dumbbell back and shoulder exercises\" class=\"wp-image-5485\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Bent-over-row.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Bent-over-row-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Dumbbell-Bent-over-row-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The bent-over dumbbell row <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-workouts-for-lats\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2399\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">targets the latissimus dorsi<\/a> and traps and helps build a broader back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do a bent-over row (overhand grip):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grab one dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip and stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly bend your knees and push your hips back to lean forward. Keep your back straight and chest up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Without moving your torso, pull the dumbbells at your sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pause for a couple of seconds at the top, and then slowly lower the weights to the star. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. Neutral Grip Dumbbell Row<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How To Do A NEUTRAL GRIP DUMBBELL BENT OVER ROW | Exercise Demonstration Video and Guide\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hkje6kyYnzg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It targets the back muscles from a different angle and helps build a muscular back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holding a pair of dumbbells, stand in the bent-over position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your core tight, back straight, chest up, and arms straight below your torso with your palms facing each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving your elbows at your sides, pull the dumbbells until your back muscles are fully engaged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After a brief pause, return to the start and repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standing Dumbbell Exercises For Leg<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. Dumbbell Squat<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Standard-Dumbbell-Squat.jpg\" alt=\"Standard Dumbbell Squat\" class=\"wp-image-8271\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Standard-Dumbbell-Squat.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Standard-Dumbbell-Squat-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Standard-Dumbbell-Squat-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The dumbbell squat is a strength and muscle budling workout that <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-quad-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-quad-exercises\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">strengthens the quadriceps<\/a> and builds sturdy legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform a dumbbell squat:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holding a pair of dumbbells in each hand, stand upright with your back straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can hold the dumbbells on your shoulder or in front of you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brace your core, and pushing your hips back, bend your knees and lower down until your thighs are parallel to the ground. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a second at the bottom of the squat, and then return to the standing position. (pushing through your heels).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. Dumbbell Lunges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How To Dumbbell Alternating Forward Lunge\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t7DBjlOTwAk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do various lunges to build powerful legs, such as forward lunges, backward lunges, and in-line lunges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to do forward lunges:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holding a pair of dumbbells with a neutral grip, stand upright.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take one large step ahead and, pushing through your front foot, return your leg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat on the opposite side.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. Romanian Deadlift<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Dumbbell Romanian (RDL) Deadlift |TECHNIQUE for Beginners\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hQgFixeXdZo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The dumbbell RDL <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-hamstring-exercises\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/dumbbell-hamstring-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bolsters hamstrings<\/a> and improve posterior chain muscle health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform DB RDL:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holding one dumbbell in each hand, stand in the hip-width stance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pushing your hips back, lower the dumbbells until your hands reach close to your shin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly return to the standing position by pushing your heels onto the floor. That&#8217;s one repetition. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. Standing Calf Raises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wwy3BSUjlW4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Calves are crucial muscles that help in running, jumping, and squatting. And you can reinforce them with standing <a href=\"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/best-dumbbell-calf-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9966\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>dumbbell calf raises<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Steps to perform a dumbbell standing caf raise:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-2b777296-e33e-426b-83f1-ef0be0b84cb5\">\n<li>Holding a pair of dumbbells with a neutral grip, stand upright.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise your heel as high as possible and stand on your toes. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold for a couple of seconds, then slowly land your heels on the floor. That\u2019s one repetition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure to raise your heels until you feel the full stretch in your calves.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Standing Dumbbell Exercises for Abs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also do a few standing dumbbell workouts to strengthen and tone your abs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. <span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Dumbbell Side Bend<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Two-Dumbbell Side Bends\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8D16O9tOEsA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Grab one dumbbell in each hand with a neutral grip, and stand straight with your <\/span>feet together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower the dumbbell to the right side until you feel the contraction in your oblique.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Squeezing your love handle, pause for a moment, and then return to the standing position.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. <span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Standing Dumbbell Woodchop<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Dumbbell Woodchop\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bxSY805t8CQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The dumbbell standing woodchop helps you strengthen the oblique and core without a bench or fancy equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has several variations, such as reverse and rotational wood chop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your fitness levels, you can do any of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. <span style=\"font-size: inherit;\">Standing Dumbbell Windmill<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Standing Windmill\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wpNe3olP6DI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Holding a pair of dumbbells with a neutral grip, straight in the slightly wider than shoulder-width stance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower your right arm between your feet by bending your hips to the right and raise your left arm overhead simultaneously.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do two to three sets of six to eight reps, equally on both sides.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>45-Minute Full Body Standing Dumbbell Workout to Build Muscles<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Frequency: 3 days a week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duration: 45 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rest between sets: 1-minute<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Monday<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Workout<\/th><th>Sets<\/th><th>Reps<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Dumbbell Squat<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>15, 12, 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dumbbell Standing Fly<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>10, 8, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overhead Tricep Extension<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dumbbell Bent-over Row<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dumbbell Curl<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DB Reverse Delt Fly<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>10, 8, 8 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wednesday<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Workout<\/th><th>Sets<\/th><th>Reps<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Arnold Press<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dumbbell Lateral Raise<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>10, 8, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dumbbell Lunges<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>10, 8, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Romanian Deadlift<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>8, 6, 6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Calf Raises<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dumbbell Upward Fly<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>10, 8, 8<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Friday<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Workout<\/th><th>Sets<\/th><th>Reps<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Dumbbell Deadlift<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>8, 6, 6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Front Lunges<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dumbbell Side Bend<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Triceps Kickback<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alternating Biceps Curl <\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Neutral Grip Bent-Over Row<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>12, 10, 8<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"modern-footnotes-list-heading \">References<\/h3><ul class=\"modern-footnotes-list \"><li><span>1<\/span><div> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/certifiednewsarticle\/3008\/ace-study-identifies-best-triceps-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ACE Study Identifies Best Triceps Exercises<\/a> &#8211; American Council of Exercise<\/div><\/li><\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For those who work out without a bench, I&#8217;ve shared a complete list of standing dumbbell exercises in this article. To perform those workouts, you don&#8217;t have to lay down or sit; all you need is a pair of dumbbells and some space where you can stand. 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