Curtsy Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Curtsy Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Curtsy Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and hands on your hips or clasped in front of you.
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Step your right leg back and to the left, lowering your body into a curtsy by bending both knees at a 90-degree angle.
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Keep your chest lifted and your front knee aligned over your ankle as you return to the starting position.
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Repeat on the opposite side, stepping your left leg back and to the right.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Curtsy Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to maintain balance and stability during the movement.
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Avoid letting your front knee extend past your toes to protect your joints.
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Ensure your weight is evenly distributed in your front heel to activate the glutes effectively.
Secondary Muscles
While Curtsy Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Adductors . 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 Curtsy Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Curtsy 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.
