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Dumbbell exercises, with a logger built in.

44 dumbbell exercises — each with instructions, the muscles worked, common mistakes, alternatives and a working set-logger right on the page. Use what you have, then record the lift.

44 exercises

Every dumbbell lift.

Dumbbell Bench PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Incline Dumbbell PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Single-Arm Dumbbell RowBack
Beginner · compound
Dumbbell Shoulder PressShoulders
Intermediate · compound
Lateral RaiseShoulders
Beginner
Dumbbell CurlBiceps
Beginner
Hammer CurlBiceps
Beginner
Goblet SquatQuads
Beginner · compound
Bulgarian Split SquatQuads
Intermediate · compound
Walking LungeQuads
Beginner · compound
Dumbbell FlyesChest
Beginner
Arnold PressShoulders
Intermediate · compound
Front RaiseShoulders
Beginner
Rear Delt FlyeShoulders
Beginner
Alternating Dumbbell CurlBiceps
Beginner
Concentration CurlBiceps
Beginner
Incline Dumbbell CurlBiceps
Intermediate
Overhead Dumbbell ExtensionTriceps
Beginner
Tricep KickbackTriceps
Beginner
Farmer's WalkForearms
Intermediate · compound
Reverse LungeQuads
Beginner · compound
Step-UpQuads
Beginner · compound
Dumbbell Romanian DeadliftHamstrings
Beginner · compound
Sumo SquatGlutes
Beginner · compound
Dumbbell ShrugTraps
Beginner
Decline Dumbbell PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Incline Dumbbell FlyesChest
Beginner
Chest-Supported Dumbbell RowBack
Intermediate · compound
Renegade RowBack
Advanced · compound
Dumbbell Preacher CurlBiceps
Beginner
Dumbbell Skull CrusherTriceps
Intermediate
Single-Leg Romanian DeadliftHamstrings
Intermediate · compound
Curtsy LungeGlutes
Intermediate · compound
Dumbbell Calf RaiseCalves
Beginner
Dumbbell ThrusterFull Body
Intermediate · compound
Dumbbell Floor PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Kroc RowBack
Advanced · compound
Leaning Lateral RaiseShoulders
Intermediate
Zottman CurlBiceps
Intermediate
Tate PressTriceps
Intermediate
Cross-Body Tricep ExtensionTriceps
Intermediate
Dumbbell Wrist CurlForearms
Beginner
Man MakerFull Body
Advanced · compound
Devil PressFull Body
Advanced · compound
FAQ

Dumbbell questions.

What are the best dumbbell exercises?

The best dumbbell exercises depend on your goal, but this page lists 44 dumbbell movements ranked by how commonly they are programmed — each with a full form guide and a logger you can use on the page.

Can I build a full workout with only dumbbell?

Often, yes. With 44 dumbbell exercises here you can cover most major muscle groups; many lifters combine dumbbell work with one or two other tools for full coverage.

Can I log these dumbbell exercises for free?

Yes. Every exercise page on Nishaana has a working set-logger built in, so you can record weight and reps as you train and have them sync to your history — free in your browser.

Look it up, then log it.

Read the form guide and record your set on the same page — free in your browser.

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