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Home Dumbbell Leg Builder 🦵

18 min
 · 
5 exercises

Be sure to warm up appropriately before tackling this power leg workout! Keep an eye on that timers and aim for a 4-second per rep rhythm with each exercise.

Side Lateral Leg Swings exercise illustration
Side Lateral Leg Swings
2 sets
30 secs
Swing each leg for 15 seconds per set.
0:30 rest
Air Squats exercise illustration
Air Squats
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Get nice and low to open those hips.
0:30 rest
Goblet Squats exercise illustration
Goblet Squats
3 sets
40 secs
20 sec rest
Keep your torso strong and upright while you get nice and low to open up those hips.
0:30 rest
Dumbbell Lateral Lunges exercise illustration
Dumbbell Lateral Lunges
3 sets
60 secs
60 sec rest
Non stop leg alternating for the full minute!
1:00 rest
Squats to Side Leg Raises exercise illustration
Squats to Side Leg Raises
3 sets
40 secs
20 sec rest
Adding that extra pop to the traditional squat! This is a complete leg workout in itself.

About this workout

Home Dumbbell Leg Builder 🦵 is a free 18 min workout plan with 5 illustrated exercises for your glutes, quadriceps and legs. Follow the workout online, save it to your WorkoutLabs Fit account or download it as a printable PDF.

Tap any exercise in the workout to see the muscles worked, clear exercise illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Each workout includes sets, reps, rest times and notes so you can follow the plan without guessing.

Workout details

  • Duration: 18 min
  • Exercises: 5
  • Training focus: Glutes, quadriceps and legs
  • Equipment: Dumbbells
  • Level: Beginner
  • Format: Interactive workout and printable PDF

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Questions about this workout

What equipment do I need for this workout?

You'll need dumbbells for this workout. Tap any exercise to see form instructions and possible substitutions if a piece of equipment isn't available.

How long does the Home Dumbbell Leg Builder 🦵 take?

The full workout takes about 18 minutes, covering 5 exercises with prescribed sets, reps and rest periods. Using the built-in timers and auto-advance keeps you on pace from start to finish.

Is this workout suitable for my fitness level?

Yes – this is a beginner-friendly workout. Every exercise includes an illustration and step-by-step instructions, so you can learn proper form as you go. Start with lighter weights and focus on technique.

What muscles does this workout target?

This routine primarily works your glutes & hip flexors, quadriceps. Tap any exercise in the workout to see a muscle diagram showing exactly which primary and secondary muscles it activates.

How often should I do this workout?

For gain muscle, get toned, aim to do this workout 2–3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions. Progress by gradually adding weight or reps, and pair it with workouts for other muscle groups during the week.

Can I download or save this workout?

Yes – you can download this workout as a free printable PDF using the download button, or save it to a free WorkoutLabs Fit account to follow it on your phone, customize the exercises and track your progress.

Home Dumbbell Leg Builder 🦵
18 min
 · 
5 exercises
Be sure to warm up appropriately before tackling this power leg workout! Keep an eye on that timers and aim for a 4-second per rep rhythm with each exercise.
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Side Lateral Leg Swings
Side Lateral Leg Swings exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
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Swing each leg for 15 seconds per set.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors
  1. Stand tall holding onto a pole, wall or stationary object for support.
  2. Engage your abs as you swing your one leg as far out to the side and then across the stationary leg as you comfortably can.
  3. Don’t just let gravity pull the leg – actively use the muscles!
  4. Switch sides once you have completed repetitions on the first leg.
Rest
0:00
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Air Squats
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Air Squats
Air Squats exercise illustration
2 sets
30 secs
30 sec rest
Set 1 of 2
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Get nice and low to open those hips.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Hamstrings
  1. Place your feet at shoulder width apart while keeping your chest up and your abdominals braced.
  2. Begin the movement by swinging your arms up towards your shoulders. At the same time, bend at the knees and drive your hips back like you’re sitting in a chair.
  3. Once your upper thighs are parallel with the ground, pause, then drive your hips forward to return to the starting position.
Rest
0:00
next up
Goblet Squats
Next
Goblet Squats
Goblet Squats exercise illustration
3 sets
40 secs
20 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Keep your torso strong and upright while you get nice and low to open up those hips.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings, Shoulders
  1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart while holding a light dumbbell to your chest. You should hold the dumbbell by one end between your hands, with the other end extending down your torso. This is the start position.
  2. Squat down keeping your slightly arched and pushing your hips back.
  3. Continue down until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
  4. Hold for a count of one.
  5. Return to the start position.
  6. Repeat.

This exercise can also be performed with a kettlebell.

Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Calves, Hamstrings
  1. Stand up straight with a tight core and flat back.
  2. Position your feet wider than shoulder-width. Your toes should be facing out diagonally.
  3. Holding a dumbbell with both hands in front of you, look straight ahead and bend at the knees while driving your hips backward. Your knees should be following your toes in a diagonal line.
  4. Complete this wide stance squat by having your thighs come parallel with the ground.
  5. Pause and slowly return to the starting position without locking your knees.
  6. Repeat.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings, Lower Back
  1. With your feet shoulder-width apart, stand with dumbbells as your sides with your palms facing each other.
  2. Keeping your back straight and facing forward, squat down until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
  3. Pause for one second.
  4. Pushing up from your heels, raise back up to starting position and repeat.
Rest
0:00
next up
Dumbbell Lateral Lunges
Next
Dumbbell Lateral Lunges
Dumbbell Lateral Lunges exercise illustration
3 sets
60 secs
60 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Non stop leg alternating for the full minute!
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Hamstrings
  1. Begin by standing with dumbbells in hand at your sides.
  2. Place your feet hip-width apart.
  3. Take a big step to the right with your right foot, keeping your arms straight.
  4.  Land with your heel followed by the rest of your foot and flex the right knee so that you lower your hip and body until your knee and hip are at a 90 degree angle. Keep your left leg only slightly angled.
  5. Return to the starting position by extending your right hip and knee. Once they are straight, bring your foot back in to a standing tall position.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Calves, Hamstrings
  1. Holding a dumbbell in each hand, stand with your feet shoulder width apart.
  2. Keep your shoulders back. And your back straight.
  3. Take a long stride forward with your right leg. Your right foot should be in a position, that when you bend your right knee, your upper and lower leg form a 90 degree angle.
  4. Slowly bend both your knees, to lower your hips until your left (rear) knee is just above the floor. Hold for a count of one.
  5. Return to the start position by slowly straightening your legs and raising your body back to a standing position.
  6.  Complete all the repetitions for one set full set, then switch legs, or you can alternate between legs for each rep.

Do not let your knee travel past your toes in the down position as this can cause instability and injury.

Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Calves, Hamstrings
  1. Stand up straight while holding two dumbbells. Maintain a tight core and flat back as you carefully place your right foot on top of a bench behind you with toes facing down. 
  2. Bend at the front knee as you drop the back knee, maintaining perfect form. Front knee should not go over the toes.
  3. Allow your thigh to come to parallel with the floor.
  4. Pause then slowly return to the starting position without locking out your knee.
  5. Repeat then switch sides once set is complete.
Primary muscle group(s):
Hamstrings, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors
  1. Place a bench in front of you. Hold a pair of dumbbells and stand facing the bench. Brace your core and keep your gaze straight ahead.
  2. Bring your right knee up and step up on to the bench. Placing all of the effort in your right leg, bring your body up into a standing position on the bench.
  3. Slowly lower yourself to the starting position and switch legs.
Rest
0:00
next up
Squats to Side Leg Raises
Next
Squats to Side Leg Raises
Squats to Side Leg Raises exercise illustration
3 sets
40 secs
20 sec rest
Set 1 of 3
Rest before next set
Get ready
321GO
Adding that extra pop to the traditional squat! This is a complete leg workout in itself.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Hamstrings
  1. Place your feet at shoulder width apart while keeping your chest up and your abdominals braced.
  2. Bend at the knees and drive your hips back as if you’re sitting in a chair. Continue to lower your body until your upper legs are parallel to the floor.
  3. Then drive your hips forward and push through your quads and glutes  to return to a standing position.
  4. Just as you reach the standing position, lift your chosen leg out to the side; it should be straight.
  5. Lower your leg back so that you return to the starting position and repeat for the other side!
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