Dumbbell Reverse Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Dumbbell Reverse Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Dumbbell Reverse Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Grab a set of dumbbells. Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Your arms should be hanging straight down by your sides.
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Push your chest out and take a large step backward, lowering your rear knee toward the ground while keeping your front shin as vertical as possible. Push yourself back to the starting position, and repeat for the desired reps before switching legs.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Dumbbell Reverse Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Do not let the front leg's knee cave inward.
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Make sure you descend into the lunge by dropping your hips, rather than pushing the knee forward.
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Don't let the torso drop forward.
Secondary Muscles
While Dumbbell Reverse Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings . 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 Dumbbell Reverse Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Dumbbell Reverse 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.
