Reverse Dumbbell Box Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Reverse Dumbbell Box Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Reverse Dumbbell Box Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
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Step back with your right foot into a lunge while lowering your body, keeping the left knee above the ankle.
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Push through your left foot to return to the starting position, bringing your right foot forward.
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Repeat on the other side, stepping back with your left foot.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Reverse Dumbbell Box Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement to avoid strain.
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Ensure your front knee does not extend past your toes to protect your joints.
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Engage your core to maintain balance and stability during the lunge.
Secondary Muscles
While Reverse Dumbbell Box Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , 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 Reverse Dumbbell Box Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Reverse Dumbbell Box 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.
