Get lean with this 5-day dumbbell workout using only adjustable dumbbells and a bench!
This full body dumbbell workout split is tailored to hit each major muscle group for optimal strength and size gains, beginning with chest/triceps, progressing through back/shoulders, legs and arms before ending on two rest days for proper recovery and growth.
The 5-Day Dumbbell Workout Program is an efficient yet simple solution to building muscle and burning fat simultaneously. Utilizing only dumbbells instead of barbells, this routine is suitable for anyone with limited space in their garage or home gym.
Squats are an effective exercise that can build leg strength, power and speed while at the same time burning calories. A rear foot elevated split squat can add depth without overstressing hip flexors too much - perfect for any dumbbell workout!
Hold one dumbbell in each hand with bent elbows and palms facing forwards, palms facing forward. Lift slowly over your head while keeping them parallel to the floor before slowly lowering them back down again for three sets of 10-12 reps. Repeat these exercises three times.
Deadlifts are an essential upper body exercise and should form part of any strength training program. Not only will deadlifts help you build strong shoulders, but they'll also increase lifting capacity overall.
The paused deadlift is another fantastic movement to target the rear deltoids effectively. Since some lifters find it challenging to pull heavy with conventional or sumo stance, using light weights with this paused version can really allow each repetition to feel meaningful.
This dumbbell workout plan utilizes only dumbbells for a total-body workout that will build muscle and enhance strength, making it suitable for those with limited equipment or who prefer training at home. The plan is divided into chest/triceps, back/shoulders/arms, rest day and legs to maximize effectiveness.
No exercise better demonstrates the power of upper-body strength than bench pressing. From 14-year-olds to experienced pros alike, everyone lies prone beneath a tempered steel bar loaded with plates in hopes of impressing their fellow gym rats or outdoing themselves in this timeless challenge.
Dumbbell bench presses offer more precise and natural movements that engage core muscles while increasing chest muscle size, and are easier on shoulder joints than traditional barbell presses. Perform 3 sets of 10-12 reps on a flat bench.
Keep track of your progress, adjusting weights as necessary to prevent plateauing. Be sure to warm up and cool down with recommended stretches prior to and following each workout - our community is here for support every step of the way!
On day 5 of this 5-day dumbbell workout plan is a full body strength session designed to train all upper body muscles with pushing and pulling exercises such as dumbbell bench press (an excellent chest exercise that follows an arc and increases inner chest mass).
Renegade rows can also help develop your back and shoulders, providing balance, upper body strength endurance and core/scapular stability benefits. By adding in some sets of Renegade Rows you will increase balance, upper body strength endurance and core/scapular stability simultaneously.
Exercise program will be challenging, but its workouts have been designed so you have ample recovery between each exercise session. Upper body will be trained first followed by legs and abs and then finally biceps/triceps. Finally, an easy conditioning workout provides recovery before heading out on your weekend adventures.
Overhead presses can be difficult for many to perform regularly, particularly beginners or those returning after an injury; therefore, it is recommended to gradually build your overhead press volume over time rather than increasing frequency too quickly.
Conducting seated overhead presses may provide a good alternative for those experiencing shoulder discomfort from traditional overhead pressing exercises, with wider grips helping to ease tension on the shoulders and relieve shoulder tension.
This five day dumbbell workout routine is an effective way to target various muscle groups each week and avoid stagnation or strength plateaus. Give it a try, and see the results yourself!
