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Program · Train with just dumbbells

The Dumbbell Only Workout program.

The Dumbbell Only Workout is a beginner train with just dumbbells program run 4 days a week. A complete physique program using nothing but a pair of dumbbells — ideal for a home setup. Every push, pull, squat and hinge covered.

LevelBeginner
Days / week4
GoalTrain with just dumbbells
TypeEquipment

Overview

A complete physique program using nothing but a pair of dumbbells — ideal for a home setup. Every push, pull, squat and hinge covered.

Who it's for: Home lifters with an adjustable pair of dumbbells and no other equipment.

Weekly schedule

DayFocus
Day 1Upper — press, row, curl, extension
Day 2Lower — goblet squat, RDL, lunge
Day 3Rest
Day 4Upper (variation)
Day 5Lower (variation)
Day 6Rest
Day 7Rest

Pick the lifts for each day from the exercise library, or let Nishaana fill them in for you.

How to progress

Double progression; when you max your dumbbells, add reps, sets and slower tempo. If you stall for two sessions in a row, take a small deload and build back — see progressive overload for the full method.

Run it on autopilot. Nishaana loads the Dumbbell Only Workout, pre-fills every set, and tells you the exact weight to beat each session — free in your browser.
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Common questions.

Is the Dumbbell Only Workout good for beginners?

Yes — the Dumbbell Only Workout is designed for beginners. Home lifters with an adjustable pair of dumbbells and no other equipment.

How many days a week is the Dumbbell Only Workout?

4 days a week. A complete physique program using nothing but a pair of dumbbells — ideal for a home setup. Every push, pull, squat and hinge covered.

How do you progress on the Dumbbell Only Workout?

Double progression; when you max your dumbbells, add reps, sets and slower tempo.

Can I run the Dumbbell Only Workout for free?

Yes. You can follow the full Dumbbell Only Workout schedule free in Nishaana — it loads the weekly plan, pre-fills your sets and auto-progresses your weights as you hit your targets.

Start the Dumbbell Only Workout today.

Follow the full schedule free in your browser — the app handles the progression for you.

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