Dumbbell 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
- Dumbbell Forward Lunge
How to: Dumbbell Lunge
- Stand with feet hip-width apart while holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Step forward with one leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
- Ensure your front knee is directly above your ankle while your back knee hovers above the ground.
- Push back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite leg.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward excessively during the lunge.
- Allowing the front knee to extend past the toes.
- Not maintaining a straight back throughout the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the lunge without weights to reduce intensity.
- Use a shorter range of motion by only lowering halfway down.
Tips
- Keep your front knee aligned with your ankle during the lunge to prevent injury.
- Engage your core for better balance.
- Ensure that your back knee is lowered close to the ground without touching it.
Dumbbell Lunge Alternatives
Tags
leg exercise
strength training
dumbbell workout
lower body
lunges
core stability