Weighted Side Lunge Sweep
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Weighted Side Lunge Sweep focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Adductors, Abductors, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Side Lunge Sweep with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in one hand.
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Step to the side with one leg, bending that knee while keeping the other leg straight; sweep the dumbbell toward the ground beside the bent leg.
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Push through your bent leg to return to standing, raising the dumbbell overhead as you do so.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Side Lunge Sweep safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight throughout the movement to avoid strain.
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Don't let your knee go past your toes when lunging; it should stay aligned with your ankle.
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Engage your core to maintain balance and stability during the exercise.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Side Lunge Sweep primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Adductors, Abductors, Hips . 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 Side Lunge Sweep, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Side Lunge Sweep, 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.
