Dumbbell Front Rack Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus, Adductor Magnus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Front Rack Lunge
How to: Dumbbell Front Rack Lunge
- Stand tall with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level.
- Step forward with one leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
- The back knee should just hover above the ground, and your front knee should be directly above your ankle.
- Push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side and continue alternating.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward.
- Allowing the front knee to extend past the toes.
- Not keeping the core tight.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you're new to lunges.
- Decrease the range of motion by not lowering your back knee as far.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Maintain a straight back and avoid leaning too far forward.
- Ensure your knee does not extend past your toes during the lunge.
Dumbbell Front Rack Lunge Alternatives
Tags
glutes
quads
strength
dumbbell
lunge
intermediate