Drop Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Drop Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Drop Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and your core engaged.
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Take a step back with your right foot, lowering into a lunge while keeping your left knee over your ankle.
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Push off your right foot to return to standing, then repeat with the left foot.
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Alternate legs for the desired number of reps.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Drop Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your front knee aligned with your ankle to avoid strain.
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Engage your core to maintain balance and proper posture throughout the movement.
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Don't allow your back knee to touch the ground; aim for a controlled descent.
Secondary Muscles
While Drop 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 Drop Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Drop 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.
