Dumbbell Suitcase Carry

Walk with a single heavy dumbbell at one side; the whole job is refusing to lean.

Dumbbell Suitcase Carry, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

One heavy dumbbell at your side, shoulders level, gaze forward.

Steps

  1. Walk tall in a straight line.
  2. Refuse the lean toward or away from the bell.
  3. Switch hands halfway.

Common mistakes

Tilting: LEVEL is the whole job. Grip quitting early: heavier grip work elsewhere pays here. Short shuffly steps: normal stride, tall posture.

Breathing

Steady throughout the walk.