For leg exercises, we tend to think we need bigger equipment like weighted barbells or Nautilus machines.

That actually isn’t the case, though.

Dumbbells can be incredibly effective tools for building your leg muscles.

Read on for 10 different dumbbell leg exercises, straight from fitness pros Joy Puleo and Nico Gonzalez.

These moves shouldn’t be performed if you have any lower body or back injuries.

“As a pregnancy progresses, the pregnant person will become laxer in their joints and ligaments.

Dumbbell leg exercises should be avoided by anyone with a lower body, wrist, or back injury.

Pregnant people and anyone who is hypermobile should also take caution with these exercises.

If you’re looking to build lower body strength without large equipment, dumbbells have you covered.

Certified personal trainers Tommy Hockenjos and Amanda Kayadvisetaking at least two days between leg days.

This helps ensure your muscles have proper rest time.

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