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Suitcase Carry: Boost Core Strength and Posture

10/1/2025

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The suitcase carry builds functional core strength and stability, improving posture and spinal resilience.
It targets the obliques and deep stabilizers while engaging shoulders, traps, grip, glutes, and hamstrings.
To perform, you hold a dumbbell or kettlebell at your side and walk with a straight spine, then switch sides. You train 2-3 times weekly, using 3-4 sets of 30-40 seconds.

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Story summary

The suitcase carry builds functional core strength and stability, improving posture and spinal resilience.
It targets the obliques and deep stabilizers while engaging shoulders, traps, grip, glutes, and hamstrings.
To perform, you hold a dumbbell or kettlebell at your side and walk with a straight spine, then switch sides. You train 2-3 times weekly, using 3-4 sets of 30-40 seconds.