Weighted Curtsy Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Weighted Curtsy Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Curtsy Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in your right hand.
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Step your left leg diagonally back behind you into a lunge, keeping your right knee over your ankle.
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Lower your body until your right thigh is parallel to the floor, then press through your right heel to return to standing.
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Switch the weight to your left hand and repeat on the other side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Curtsy Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your front knee aligned with your toes to avoid strain.
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Engage your core to maintain balance and stability.
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Avoid leaning forward; keep your chest lifted throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Curtsy Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Adductors . 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 Weighted Curtsy Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Curtsy 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.
