Workouts · Hybrid

One-Dumbbell Complex in 20

Five movements, one dumbbell, no putting it down — a complex that turns a single weight into a whole gym.

20 minintermediatedumbbellhybridvigorous
Why it works. Complexes chain movements without rest, trading load for flow — brutal efficiency from minimal equipment.

Warm-up

March and hip hinges, empty hands — 60s
The complex once through with no weight — 60s

The workout

  1. goblet squat — 3 × 8 reps
    rest 0s
  2. dumbbell rdl — 3 × 8 reps
    rest 0s
  3. dumbbell row — 3 × 8 each side
    rest 0s
  4. dumbbell shoulder press — 3 × 8 reps
    rest 0s
  5. dumbbell lunge — 3 × 6 each side
    rest 90s

Cool-down

Standing forward fold — 45s
Deep squat hold — 30s
Listen to your body. General fitness information, not personalized medical advice. Mild effort is normal; sharp, sudden, or worsening pain is not — stop, and if pain persists, consider speaking with a healthcare professional.

Do it guided, in HealthApp

Set-by-set timers, demo loops for every movement, automatic rest, weight tracking, and personal bests.