Low Side-to-Side Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Low Side-to-Side Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Adductors, Abductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Low Side-to-Side Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart and engage your core.
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Step out to the right, bending your right knee while keeping your left leg straight. Ensure your right knee stays over your ankle.
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Push off with your right foot to return to the starting position, then repeat on the left side.
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Continue alternating sides for the desired number of reps.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Low Side-to-Side Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your chest up and shoulders back to maintain good posture.
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Avoid letting your knees extend past your toes during the lunge.
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Engage your core throughout the movement for stability.
Secondary Muscles
While Low Side-to-Side Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Adductors, Abductors . 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 Low Side-to-Side Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Low Side-to-Side 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.
