HOW: Start in a standing position with a dumbbell on the floor at your side. Center yourself, bend down and reach for the dumbbell, trying to maintain a neutral spine. Bring it up and then back down.
FEEL: You should feel the muscles in your legs working as well as your glutes and core.
COMPENSATION: Keep good squat form as you go down to pick up the dumbbell. Don’t slouch your back.