Weighted Shifting Side Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Weighted Shifting Side Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Adductors, Abductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Shifting Side Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand with feet hip-width apart, holding a weight in one hand at your side.
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Step to the side with your right leg, bending the right knee into a lunge while keeping your left leg straight.
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Shift your weight onto your right leg and push off to return to the starting position.
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Repeat on the other side, alternating sides for the desired number of reps.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Shifting Side Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knee aligned with your toes to avoid strain.
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Avoid leaning forward; keep your chest up and back straight.
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Choose a manageable weight to maintain proper form throughout the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Shifting Side Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Adductors, Abductors . 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 Shifting Side Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Shifting Side 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.
