Lunge with Side Bend
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Lunge with Side Bend focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Obliques working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Lunge with Side Bend with proper form and technique.
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Start by standing tall with your feet hip-width apart. Keep your core engaged and shoulders relaxed.
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Step forward with your right leg into a lunge, bending both knees to about 90 degrees while keeping your front knee over your ankle.
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As you lunge, reach your left arm overhead and bend your body to the right. Hold for a moment before returning to the starting position.
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Push through your right heel to return to standing and switch legs, repeating on the left side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Lunge with Side Bend 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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Don’t let your back knee touch the ground; maintain a small gap to protect your joints.
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Engage your core throughout to maintain balance and proper posture.
Secondary Muscles
While Lunge with Side Bend primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Obliques . 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 Side Bend, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Lunge with Side Bend, 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.
