Exercises

Dumbbell ab exercises

Dumbbell ab exercises, from the easiest version to the hardest. A pair of dumbbells trains nearly every muscle.

6 moves6 with 3D demosBeginner 2 Intermediate 3 Advanced 1

Beginner dumbbell ab exercises 2

Farmer's carry demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoFarmer's carryBeginner · A dumbbell + A kettlebell

Spell Caster demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoSpell CasterBeginner · A dumbbell

Intermediate dumbbell ab exercises 3

Dumbbell side bend demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoDumbbell side bendIntermediate · A dumbbell

Overhead carry (waiter's walk) demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoOverhead carry (waiter's walk)Intermediate · A dumbbell + A kettlebell

Suitcase carry demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoSuitcase carryIntermediate · A dumbbell + A kettlebell

Advanced dumbbell ab exercises 1

Turkish get-up demonstrated on the 3D figure

3D demoTurkish get-upAdvanced · A kettlebell + A dumbbell

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Questions people ask

What are good dumbbell ab exercises for beginners?

Start with moves graded easy, such as Farmer's carry, Spell Caster. There are 2 of them on this page. Each guide links to a harder option for when it starts to feel easy.

How do I choose the right level?

Pick a move you can do for the planned reps or time with control and a couple of reps in reserve. If it is easy, step up; if your form slips, step down. Every guide shows an easier and a harder option when one exists.

Movement education, not medical advice. Difficulty grades for imported entries are source-assigned and await editorial review. Stop for sharp or increasing pain, numbness or tingling. Health disclaimer.