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Dumbbell suitcase carry
Dumbbell suitcase carry: written movement steps, equipment and example doses. General information to help you choose an appropriate starting point.
How to do it
- Stand holding weight on one side.
- Walk without leaning towards or away from load. Keep shoulders level.
- 3 bouts × 15s per side; 45s rest between bouts. Use a clear lane, secure grip and a manageable load. For the march, stay in place. Complete all bouts on both sides/directions, with the stated rest after every bout. Keep breathing; stop a bout if position or control is lost. Keep shoulders level.
Equipment
- dumbbells
- full gym
Example variations
The written steps above use one library example. These other doses are separate options, not instructions to complete every variation or progress automatically.
| Level | Example dose | Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| intermediate | 3 bouts × 15s per side; 45s rest between bouts. | dumbbells, full gym |
| intermediate | 3 bouts × 25s per side; 60s rest between bouts. | dumbbells, full gym |
| intermediate | 3 bouts × 35s per side; 75s rest between bouts. | dumbbells, full gym |
Safety and comfort
- Stop for pain, dizziness or unusual breathlessness; do not force range or train to failure. Use the listed support and comfortable range; seek individual advice for a current injury or an uncertain restriction.
- Leaning towards the load; shrugging; taking long rushed steps or turning sharply. Exercise check: Keep shoulders level.
General movement information, not an individual exercise prescription. Independent trainer or clinical review is not claimed. Use appropriate support and seek individual advice for an injury or restriction.