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I've gotten a ton of mileage out of just a dumbell set. I do all the things most people do with a full bar: squat, bench press, etc. Dumbells are a lot safer fo
by Consultant32452 4y ago
I've gotten a ton of mileage out of just a dumbell set. I do all the things most people do with a full bar: squat, bench press, etc. Dumbells are a lot safer for solo workouts.
- SECProto 4y agoUsing dumbbells instead of a bar also builds stronger stabilization muscles, and doesn't let your strong side compensate for weak side.
- beezle 4y agoTrue but once you start getting heavy it can be difficult to get into the proper starting position for some lifts as well finishing safely. YMMV.
- SECProto 4y agoThat is definitely true! Very useful in the "I want to start developing stronger functional muscles" context, but will only get you to a certain point If memory serves, last time I was lifting weights regularly, I could bench 225lb with a bar, but only 140ish (2x70lb) with dumbbells.