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Bryony Firth-Bernard

Forget barbell squats – this five-move dumbbell workout builds stronger legs in 35 minutes

A girl doing dumbbell box step ups.

If you’re looking for a switch-up from your regular barbell back squat leg session, or if you simply don’t enjoy doing them, we’ve got a fix. What's better is you won't be swapping it for 10 different exercise machines either. This 35-minute workout only requires a pair of dumbbells, yet it will target your lower body from all angles, lighting up your quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calf muscles in one go.

Training your lower body isn’t just essential for developing balanced strength and muscle (no-one wants chicken legs, after all), but also for injury-proofing your body. The Gym Group says: “Think of your legs as shock absorbers for your body. Strong legs and hips provide stability and balance, reducing the risk of strains, sprains, and other injuries that can sideline you from your fitness goals.”

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