Dumbbell side lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Adductor Brevis, Adductor Longus, Soleus, Gastrocnemius, Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Medius
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Side lunge with dumbbell
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Dumbbell side lunge
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
- Step to the side with your right leg, lowering your hips back into a lunge.
- Keep your left leg straight and push through your right heel to return to standing.
- Repeat on the left side. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward too much during the lunge.
- Allowing the knee to cave inward.
- Not keeping a straight line from knees to toes.
Modifications
- Perform without weights or with lighter weights to reduce difficulty.
- Use a bench or step for added support.
Tips
- Keep your chest upright throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knee does not extend past your toes when lunging.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
Dumbbell side lunge Alternatives
Tags
glutes
legs
strength
lunge
dumbbell
fitness
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