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Forearms
Suitcase Carry
A single-sided loaded carry for grip, core and posture.
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Target
Forearms
Category
Upper body · Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Sets
3
Reps
20-40 metres per side
Execution
How to perform
1. Hold a dumbbell or kettlebell in one hand at your side on a clear path.
2. Stand tall with shoulders level and brace your trunk against the side load.
3. Walk with steady steps without leaning toward or away from the weight.
4. Set the weight down safely by bending your knees, then switch sides.
Suggested rest: 60-90 seconds between sets.
Technique
Key form tips
- 1Hold a dumbbell or kettlebell in one hand at your side on a clear path
- 2Stand tall with shoulders level and brace your trunk against the side load
- 3Keep each repetition controlled and maintain tension through Forearms.
- 4Use a range of motion you can control without changing your setup.
Avoid
Common mistakes
- 1Using momentum or rushing the lowering phase.
- 2Letting the working position change as fatigue builds.
- 3Losing tension through Forearms to force extra repetitions.