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Farmer Carry (Posture Under Load)
Trains the entire spine chain to maintain posture under load while walking. One of the most functional exercises for real-world spine health.
Stop if
Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.
This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.
- Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
- Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.
Equipment needed
- Works at home
- Works at the gym
dumbbells, kettlebells
Home Options
- dumbbells
- kettlebell
No equipment? Try: Dumbbells, Kettlebells, Grocery bags, Water jugs, Weighted backpack
Dosage
4
Sets
30 sec
Reps / Time
60 sec
Rest
controlled walking pace
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Pick up dumbbells, kettlebells, or bags at your sides
- Stand tall with shoulders back and down
- Engage core gently - ribs down over pelvis
Step 1 of 6
Begin walking with normal, controlled steps
Step 2 of 6
Maintain tall posture throughout
Step 3 of 6
Keep shoulders level - don't lean to either side
Step 4 of 6
Look straight ahead
Step 5 of 6
Breathe normally
Step 6 of 6
Walk for prescribed distance or time
Breathing
- Breathe normally throughout
- Don't hold breath
Form Cues
- Tall spine, proud chest
- Shoulders back and down
- Don't let the weight pull you forward or sideways
- Walk like you own the place
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Leaning forward or sideways
- Shrugging shoulders up
- Looking down
- Short choppy steps
- Holding breath
Safety Information
Start light. Set weight down if form breaks. Don't hold breath.
Progressions
Increase weight, distance, or add suitcase carry (one side only)
Regressions
Use lighter weight, shorter distance, or use a weighted backpack
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