Kettlebell Rear Lunge Exercise Guide

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Exercise Profile

Target
Quadriceps
Equipment
Kettlebell
Body Part
Thighs
Primary Muscle
Quadriceps
Secondary Muscles
Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus
Intensity
medium
Category
strength
Skill Level
intermediate
Estimated Calories
5
Alternate Names
Kettlebell Rear Lunge

Visualised Target Muscle Groups

Front

Body muscles front

Back

Body muscles back

How to: Kettlebell Rear Lunge

  1. Stand upright holding a kettlebell in one hand.
  2. Step backward with one leg into a lunge position.
  3. Lower your body until your front knee is bent at about a 90-degree angle.
  4. Push through the front heel to return to standing position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.

Common Mistakes

  • Leaning too far forward as you lunge.
  • Not controlling the descent into the lunge.
  • Allowing the front knee to collapse inward.

Modifications

  • Use a lighter kettlebell if you're new to this exercise.
  • Perform the lunge without weights until technique is perfected.

Tips

  • Engage your core throughout the movement for stability.
  • Keep your back straight and chest up while lunging.
  • Ensure the knee does not extend beyond the toes during the lunge.

Tags

kettlebell
lunge
thighs
strength
lower body
fitness

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