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Dumbbell march alternatives

Machine taken, missing equipment, or something doesn't feel right? These exercises train the same main muscles as the dumbbell march, best matches first.

  1. Dumbbell suitcase carryTrains the forearms, same movement.
  2. Dumbbell carry, one sideTrains the forearms, same movement.
  3. Dumbbell farmer’s holdTrains the forearms, same movement.
  4. Dumbbell overhead carryTrains the abs, same movement.
  5. Farmer's carryTrains the forearms, same movement.
  6. Hex bar carryTrains the forearms, same movement, needs trap bar.
  7. Kettlebell overhead carryTrains the abs, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  8. One-sided dumbbell holdTrains the forearms, same movement.
  9. Suitcase carryTrains the forearms, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  10. Bottoms-up kettlebell carryTrains the forearms, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  11. Dead hangTrains the forearms, same movement, needs pull-up bar.
  12. Dumbbell front-rack carryTrains the abs, same movement.

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