Barbell Suitcase Carry
Description
This exercise involves carrying a barbell in one hand, like a suitcase, while walking. It helps to improve grip strength, core stability, and overall body strength.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Barbell Suitcase Carry Instructions
- Begin by standing next to a loaded barbell on the ground.
- Position your feet shoulder-width apart and hinge at the hips to grip the barbell with one hand.
- Engage your core and lift the barbell off the ground, keeping your back straight and your arm extended.
- Walk forward while maintaining a stable core and keeping the barbell off the ground.
- After walking a certain distance, switch hands and repeat the exercise on the other side.
- Continue walking back and forth for the desired number of repetitions or time.
- When finished, lower the barbell back to the ground with control.
Barbell Suitcase Carry Form & Visual
Barbell Suitcase Carry Benefits
- Improves grip strength
- Increases core stability
- Develops unilateral strength and balance
- Enhances overall body control and coordination
- Can be used as a functional exercise for everyday activities
Barbell Suitcase Carry Muscles Worked
- Forearm muscles
- Abdominal muscles
- Back muscles
- Glute muscles
- Quadriceps muscles
Barbell Suitcase Carry Variations & Alternatives
- Dumbbell Suitcase Carry
- Kettlebell Suitcase Carry
- Farmers Walk
- Single Arm Farmers Walk
- Overhead Carry
- Waiter Carry
- Bottoms Up Carry
- Offset Carry
- Yoke Carry
