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Suitcase Lift - Dumbbell
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- HOW: Start in a standing position with a dumbbell on the floor at your side. Center yourself, bend down and reach for the dumbbell, trying to maintain a neutral spine. Bring it up and then back down.
- FEEL: You should feel the muscles in your legs working as well as your glutes and core.
- COMPENSATION: Keep good squat form as you go down to pick up the dumbbell. Don’t slouch your back.
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