Lunge
Muscle Groups: Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves
Lunge focuses on Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and your hands on your hips.
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Take a large step forward with one leg, keeping your torso upright.
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Lower your hips until both knees are bent at approximately a 90-degree angle.
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Ensure your front knee is directly over your ankle and your back knee hovers just above the floor.
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Push off your front foot to return to the starting standing position.
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Repeat the movement by stepping forward with the opposite leg.
Secondary Muscles
While Lunge primarily targets Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves , 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 Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as 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.
