If you want tosculpt a lean body, standingdumbbell exercisescan be a stellar addition to your workout routine.

All you need is a set of dumbbells and a bit of space to torch calories andbuild lean muscle.

“More muscle involvement means more calorie burn compared to seated or lying exercises.

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Now, let’s explore the best standing dumbbell exercises to get lean all over, according to experts.

“They engage big muscles, so you burn calories even at rest.”

“[This exercise] builds strength and burns calories to get a lean body.

lateral raise

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Dumbbell Bent-Over Row

woman Weighted Lunges

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squat thruster

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illustration of dumbbell deadlift

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illustration of overhead press exercise

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illustration of dumbbell goblet squats

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Woman doing Dumbbell bent over row

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