Reverse Dumbbell Crossover Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Reverse Dumbbell Crossover Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Reverse Dumbbell Crossover 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, lowering your body into a lunge while keeping your left knee over your ankle.
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Push through your left heel to return to the starting position, then switch to your left foot stepping back.
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Repeat the movement for your desired reps, alternating legs.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Reverse Dumbbell Crossover Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to help maintain balance throughout the lunge.
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Avoid letting your front knee extend past your toes to protect your joints.
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Ensure your back remains straight to prevent strain on your lower back.
Secondary Muscles
While Reverse Dumbbell Crossover 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 Crossover 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 Crossover 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.
