Popsugar Fitness Workouts Beginner Dumbbell Exercises Conquer the Gym With the 17 Essential Dumbbell Exercises Every Beginner Should Know January 10, 2019 by Tamara Pridgett View On One Page Photo 6 of 17 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 6 Dumbbell Deadlifts Hold a dumbbell in each hand by your sides with straight arms, and have a slight bend in your knees. Lower the dumbbells toward the floor. Keep your back straight, not curved or arched. Your chest should be parallel with the floor. Straighten your torso so you have a straight body alignment. This counts as one rep. Previous Next Start Slideshow Fitness TipsWorkoutsStrength TrainingDumbbell ExercisesTrainer Tips