Cable Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Cable Forward Lunge
How to: Cable Lunge
- Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Attach the cable to a low pulley and grab the handle with one hand.
- Step back with one foot into a lunge position, keeping your front knee over your ankle.
- Push through your front foot to return to the starting position.
- Alternate legs for each repetition.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the knee aligned with the ankle.
- Leaning too far forward.
- Using too much weight, which can lead to form breakdown.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain.
- Perform the lunge without weights if necessary.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Ensure your front knee does not extend past your toes during the lunge.
- Use a moderate weight to maintain form.
Cable Lunge Alternatives
Tags
thighs
glutes
strength
cable
leg exercise
fitness