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Suitcase Carry.

Single-side loaded carry that challenges grip and resists lateral lean.

BeginnerDumbbells
Suitcase Carry
The numbers
Sets
3–5
Reps
5–10
Rest
90–180
Muscles
Primary
Forearms · Obliques
Secondary
Traps · Core
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Stand beside a single heavy dumbbell or kettlebell

  2. Step 02

    Hinge and grip the weight with one hand

  3. Step 03

    Stand tall with shoulders level

  4. Step 04

    Walk forward with controlled steps

  5. Step 05

    Keep the torso upright, resisting the lean

  6. Step 06

    Set the weight down and switch sides

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Squeeze the handle hard for grip work

  • Do not let the loaded side dip

  • Brace the obliques the entire walk