Dumbbell Lateral Lunge: how to do it right

In short: Take a big step to the side, sit back onto the bent leg while the other stays straight. Push back to return.

Animated demo: Dumbbell Lateral Lunge

How to do it, step by step

  1. 1Take a big step to the side, sit back onto the bent leg while the other stays straight.
  2. 2Push back to return.

The mistake to avoid

Don't let your knee cave inward, and keep the foot of your straight leg flat.

Muscles worked

Main:
Quads
Supporting:
Glutes

What to replace it with

Same muscle, same part of the movement: these exercises do the same job.

Quad exercises
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General training advice, not medical advice. If you feel pain, stop and see a health professional.