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Bryony Firth-Bernard

This dumbbell-only lower body workout builds stronger legs and glutes in 30 minutes

A man doing dumbbell lunges.

Leg day should never be skipped, facts. But when time is against you, the thought of going to the gym and then waiting 15 minutes for the squat rack to free up makes skipping it very tempting. That’s where this workout comes in. In just 30 minutes it’ll cook your quads, hamstrings, calves and glutes using just a pair of dumbbells (and a coffee table) – no gym required, so no excuses.

Training your lower body isn’t just about muscle growth and building a balanced physique – it’s also key to long-term health. Lower body exercises strengthen the knees, ankles, and hips, which are especially prone to injury. They also improve balance and stability, helping reduce the risk of falls and keeping you moving confidently as you age.

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