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Dumbbell overhead carry alternatives

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

  1. Dumbbell marchTrains the abs, same movement.
  2. Kettlebell overhead carryTrains the abs, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  3. Behind-the-neck pressTrains the side delts, needs barbell and squat rack.
  4. Dumbbell front-rack carryTrains the abs, same movement.
  5. Goblet carryTrains the abs, same movement.
  6. Kettlebell goblet carryTrains the abs, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  7. Kettlebell mixed carryTrains the abs, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  8. Kettlebell rack carryTrains the abs, same movement, needs kettlebells.
  9. Wall walkTrains the abs, no equipment.
  10. Arnold pressTrains the side delts, needs dumbbells and adjustable bench.
  11. Dumbbell snatchTrains the side delts.
  12. Forward-leaning plankTrains the abs, no equipment.

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