Smith Curtsey Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Thighs
- Equipment
- Smith machine
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Thighs
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Adductor Brevis, Glutes, Adductor Magnus, Gastrocnemius, Adductor Longus, Gracilis, Soleus, Hips, Pectineous
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Curtsey Lunge
How to: Smith Curtsey Lunge
- Set up the Smith machine with a manageable weight at shoulder height.
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and position the bar across your upper back.
- Step back with your right leg while lowering your body into a lunge, keeping your left knee directly above your left ankle.
- Return to the starting position and repeat with the left leg.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward during the lunge.
- Allowing the front knee to cave inward.
- Not using a full range of motion.
Modifications
- Reduce the weight on the Smith machine or perform the lunge without weight.
- Perform the lunge with a wider stance for better stability.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and engage your core while performing the lunge.
- Ensure your knee does not extend beyond your toes to prevent strain.
- Maintain a controlled movement throughout the exercise.
Smith Curtsey Lunge Alternatives
Tags
legs
thighs
strength
lunge
fitness
Smith machine