Kettlebell Side Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Lateral kettlebell lunge
How to: Kettlebell Side Lunge
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart while holding a kettlebell at chest height.
- Take a step to the side while bending the knee of the leg you are stepping with, keeping the other leg straight.
- Lower your body as far as is comfortable while keeping your opposite leg straight.
- Push off your heel to return to standing and repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward excessively.
- Allowing the knee to go beyond the toe.
- Not engaging the core.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without weights if experiencing difficulty.
- Use a lower kettlebell weight to start.
Tips
- Keep your chest upright while lunging.
- Ensure the knee does not extend past the toe.
- Push off your heel to return to the starting position.
Kettlebell Side Lunge Alternatives
Tags
legs
thighs
strength
kettlebell
lunges
lower body