Gunslinger Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Gunslinger Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Biceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Gunslinger Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart; engage your core and keep your shoulders back.
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Step forward with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge while keeping your left leg straight behind you and your front knee over your ankle.
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Push through your right heel to return to the starting position, then repeat on the left side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Gunslinger 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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Make sure to keep your chest up and core engaged to maintain balance and stability.
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Don't allow your back knee to touch the ground; maintain tension in your legs.
Secondary Muscles
While Gunslinger Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Biceps . 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 Gunslinger Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Gunslinger 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.
