Dumbbell Side Lunge with Shoulder Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Side Lunge Press
How to: Dumbbell Side Lunge with Shoulder Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height.
- Step to the right with your right leg, bending your right knee while keeping your left leg straight.
- As you lower into the lunge, press the dumbbells overhead.
- Push back to the starting position and lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height.
- Repeat on the left side.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward excessively during the lunge.
- Not controlling the movement when pressing the dumbbells.
- Allowing the back to round instead of maintaining a neutral spine.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise without weights if necessary.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back during the lunge to avoid injury.
- Ensure that your knees do not extend beyond your toes when lunging.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise for stability.
Dumbbell Side Lunge with Shoulder Press Alternatives
Tags
lunge
shoulder press
thighs
strength
dumbbell
lower body