Farmer's walk: How to do it, and the benefits of walking with weights

Man holding a trap bar with plates in his hands performing a farmer's walk along grass in a gym

If you don’t know the farmer’s walk, it’ll soon become a staple in your strength programs. Walking with weights can build stamina, improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen various muscle groups from head to toe. And the best bit? Anyone can do it from anywhere.

The farmer’s walk, or farmer’s carry as it’s also known, has traditionally been categorized as a shoulder and core exercise, but trust us, it works pretty much every major muscle group in your body. To execute the move, simply grip two weights like the best adjustable dumbbells, kettlebells or a trap bar and go for a walk. Where you travel is entirely up to you!