Lunge with Arm Reach
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Lunge with Arm Reach focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Lunge with Arm Reach with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your arms fully extended at sides.
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Take large step forward and descend into a lunge position, bending your front knee 90 degrees. Fully extend arms and reach down as far as you can toward your front toe. Pause and return to the start and repeat with your other leg.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Lunge with Arm Reach safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your front shin vertical and your knee inl ine with the middle of your foot.
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Use a full range of motion. Lower yourself until your supporting hip is parallel with the supporting knee.
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Do not allow your torso to rotate.
Secondary Muscles
While Lunge with Arm Reach primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Shoulders . 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 Lunge with Arm Reach, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Lunge with Arm Reach, 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.
