Frog Pumps (Dumbbell) demonstration

Frog Pumps (Dumbbell)

Learn how to do the Frog Pumps (Dumbbell) with proper form, setup, and execution.

This dumbbell movement primarily targets hips, including glutes.

How to Perform Frog Pumps (Dumbbell)

  1. 1

    Lie on your back on an exercise mat and place a dumbbell on your hips, holding it in place with both hands.

  2. 2

    Bring the soles of your feet together and let your knees fall out to the sides.

  3. 3

    Engage your abs and take a breath.

  4. 4

    Drive your hips upward by squeezing your glutes, lifting them off the floor and exhale.

  5. 5

    Slowly lower your hips back down and breathe in.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

Frequently Asked Questions