Banded Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes, Biceps
Banded Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, Biceps, with Hamstrings, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand in a split stance with one foot forward and the other back. Place the middle of a resistance band under your front foot and hold a handle in each hand with an underhand grip, arms bent and hands near your shoulders.
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Simultaneously lower your hips into a lunge until your back knee hovers above the floor, and extend your arms straight down.
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Push through your front foot to return to the starting split stance, while simultaneously curling the band handles back up towards your shoulders.
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Complete your desired repetitions on one side, then switch your stance and repeat the movement with the other leg forward.
Secondary Muscles
While Banded Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes, Biceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Forearm . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Banded Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Banded Lunge, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
