03/18/2026
If you’ve ever worked with Dr. Ryan… you already know farmer’s carries are one of his favorite exercises.
And for good reason. Carries are one of the most functional strength movements you can do. They challenge your grip, core, posture, shoulders, and lower body all at the same time while teaching your body how to stabilize under load.
Here are a few ways we level them up at Resilience PT & Performance:
💪 Farmer’s Carry – Full body strength and grip work
⚖️ Suitcase Carry – Anti-rotation core stability
🏋️ Front Rack Carry – Core engagement and posture control
⬆️ Overhead Carry – Shoulder stability and control
The best part? These variations can be adjusted for rehab, general strength, or athletic performance, which is why they show up so often in our programs.
Which carry variation is your favorite (or your least favorite)? 😅👇