Overview

The narrow stance dumbbell squat only requires a set of dumbbells. Therefore it is a good exercise for people working out at home. For variety you can hold the dumbbells different places; by your sides, on your shoulders or overhead. The narrow stance dumbbell squat is a good way to progress once you have mastered the bodyweight squat.

Description

• With the feet placed directly under the hips (narrow), hold a pair of dumbbells in your hands.
• Slowly descend by bending your hips and knees.
• Keep your back straight and your chest up, and maintain the weight on your heels.
• Keeping the knees in line with the angle of the feet, return to the top.

Mistakes

• Rounding the back
• Buckling the knees inward
• Tilting the ankles inward