Overhead Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Overhead Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Overhead Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell or weight overhead with straight arms.
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Step forward with your right leg into a lunge, bending both knees at 90 degrees while keeping your torso upright.
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Push through your front heel to return to the starting position, bringing your right foot back, and keep the weight overhead throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Overhead Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight to protect your lower back and maintain balance.
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Avoid letting your front knee go past your toes during the lunge to prevent strain.
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Ensure that your arms stay straight overhead and don't drop the weight, which can compromise your stability.
Secondary Muscles
While Overhead Lunge 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 Overhead Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Overhead 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.
