The 8 Unique Dumbbell Exercises To Add To Your Workouts

Unique exercises shouldn’t make up the bulk of your training, the basics done well should always be the staple of your training if you want to see consistent progress. That being said, adding in some unique and fun dumbbell exercises will be a great way for you to prevent mundanity and have some fun with your training.

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Sean Klein
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Sean Klein
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10/06/22
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12/01/23
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The 9 Unique Dumbbell Exercises

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This resource was written by Sean Klein. Sean Richard Klein has thousands of hours of coaching experience and a BSc in Sports Science with Management from Loughborough University. He owns a gym in Bayonne France, CrossFit Essor, which runs group classes and a Personal training studio.

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