Dumbbell & Home Gym · Dumbbells · Intermediate

Full Body Dumbbell Strength & Hypertrophy

A foundational dumbbell routine utilizing compound pressing, pulling, and squatting movements. Perfect for home gym setups, commercial gym travel workouts, or dedicated hypertrophy phases.

Duration 45 Min
Estimated Burn ~360 kcal
Structure 3 - 4 Sets per Exercise
Rest Between Sets 75s
Primary Goal Muscle Hypertrophy
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Active Movement
1 of 4: dumbbell bench press
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Calculated Burn
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Workout Routine Schedule (4 Movements)

Complete all designated sets with strict tempo and proper joint alignment. Tap the swap button on any exercise to substitute with an alternative equipment variation.

#1
dumbbell bench press form demonstration
Dumbbell Bench Press
pectorals · dumbbell · 4 Sets × 8 - 12 reps · 75s rest

Retract your scapulae, lower the dumbbells under control until elbows reach bench level, then drive upward.

#2
dumbbell bent over row form demonstration
Dumbbell Bent Over Row
upper back · dumbbell · 4 Sets × 10 - 12 reps · 75s rest

Hinge at the hips with a flat back and pull the dumbbells toward your lower ribs, squeezing the lats.

#3
dumbbell incline bench press form demonstration
Dumbbell Incline Bench Press
pectorals · dumbbell · 3 Sets × 10 - 12 reps · 60s rest

Set the incline bench to 30 degrees to overload the clavicular head of the pectoralis major.

#4
dumbbell lying rear delt row form demonstration
Dumbbell Lying Rear Delt Row
upper back · dumbbell · 3 Sets × 12 - 15 reps · 60s rest

Flare the elbows outward at 90 degrees to isolate the rear deltoids and rhomboids.

CSCS Coaching Guidelines & Execution Protocol

  • Select a weight where the final 2 reps of every set feel challenging but achievable with strict form.
  • Avoid using momentum or swinging the torso on bent-over rows.
  • Keep feet planted firmly into the floor for total-body stability.
Post-Workout Recovery Nutrition

Optimal Recovery Meal for This Routine

Target 40g of protein and 50g of carbohydrates to support muscular repair and glycogen recovery.

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