6 Dumbbell Exercises Every Woman Should Be Doing in Her 40s

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Lunges are an excellent exercise to include in any workout routine. 

1. Dumbbell Lunges

To execute a dumbbell lunge, stand tall with one dumbbell in each hand, arms fully extended, and palms facing inward. 

2. Dumbbell Deadlifts

Deadlifts with dumbbells engage a variety of muscles, including the glutes, hamstrings, back, and core,

to improve posture, increase muscle growth along the backside, and prevent injury and bone mass loss.

3. Dumbbell Rows

Primarily, dumbbell rows target the back muscles, including the lats and rhomboids.

This exercise can aid in the maintenance of excellent posture, a common concern among aging women.

4. Dumbbell Shoulder Presses

The shoulder press with dumbbells targets the deltoids, triceps, and several other upper-body muscles. 

For a dumbbell shoulder press, stand or sit with one dumbbell in each hand, elbows flexed, and dumbbells at shoulder height.

5. Dumbbell Squats

By focusing on the quadriceps, buttocks, hamstrings, and calf muscles, squats help maintain leg strength.

To execute a dumbbell squat, stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and each hand holding a dumbbell at your side.



This exercise is excellent for maintaining upper-body strength, allowing you to lift and carry objects in ordinary life.

6. Dumbbell Bicep Curls

To perform a dumbbell bicep curl, stand with each hand holding a dumbbell, arms completely extended, and palms facing forward.

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