Vertical Swing

Train your hamstrings with this functional dumbbells exercise.

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Instructions

  1. Allow the dumbbell to hang at arms length between your legs, holding it with both hands. Keep your back straight and your head up. for best results.
  2. Swing the dumbbell between your legs, flexing at the hips and bending the knees slightly. for best results.
  3. Powerfully reverse the motion by extending at the hips, knees, and ankles to propel yourself upward, swinging the dumbell over your head. for best results.
  4. As you land, absorb the impact through your legs and draw the dumbbell to your torso before the next repetition. for best results.