Kettlebell Front Rack Walking Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Calves, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Front Rack Lunge
How to: Kettlebell Front Rack Walking Lunge
- Start by holding a kettlebell in the front rack position, with your elbows tucked in.
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Step forward with one foot into a lunge, ensuring your back knee is just above the ground.
- Press through your front heel to return to standing, switching legs each time.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the front knee extend over the toes too much.
- Maintaining improper posture and leaning forward.
- Not stepping far enough to properly engage the muscles.
Modifications
- Perform the lunge without weights for a reduced challenge.
- Use a lighter kettlebell to better control the movement.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and core engaged during the lunge.
- Take a big enough step forward to ensure your knee doesn't go over your toes.
- Rest the kettlebell on your forearm, not your wrist.
Kettlebell Front Rack Walking Lunge Alternatives
Tags
thighs
lunges
kettlebell
strength
balance
mobility