Build Muscles?
Weight training is often feared by some due to the amount of intensity required to fulfill each routine. The real thing is, you only need the proper materials and instruction when it comes to this type of workouts. Opposite to the common notion, weight training can be performed not only in the gym but also perfect at home.
One of the recommended materials for weight training and full-body exercise are dumbbells. There are a lot of exercises you can do with dumbbells plus they can work on your main muscles effectively. Dumbbells are also very handy, thus, you can use them anywhere, indoors or outdoors.
Body Targets
Shoulders
Dumbbells can be used to strengthen your shoulders well compared with other materials. There are a variety of weights you can choose from and you can start with the one you are most comfortable with. One of the trainings you can do is the shoulder press. To do this, you have to place the dumbbells at shoulder level and then slowly raise your arms. Stay in this position until you feel the pressure going down from your arms down to your shoulder. Remember to keep your back straight whether you are standing or seated when you do this routine.
Chest
Working out the chest muscles can be done through bench presses with dumbbells. Bench presses could either be on an inclined or declined bench. All you have to do is to lay down on the bench, hold the dumbbells and position them in front of your shoulders and slowly push your arms upward. Keep them elevated for a moment and then put them back to their original position. You can try the other variations as well or you can stick to the traditional one, either way your chest can be strengthened.
Triceps and Biceps
Your arms, specifically your triceps and biceps, can greatly benefits using dumbbells. The well known bicep curls and tricep extensions are classic and yet excellent dumbbell exercises. Over time, different variations of these routines have been developed with the use of different set of dumbbells. All you have to do is to choose the right set of dumbbells for your body type and for your level.
Caution:
Using dumbbells can be dangerous if you have back problems or any injuries. It is recommended to consult a health professional when you do strenuous workout with dumbbells. Take extra caution whenever you exercise.
