Weighted Sliding Lateral Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Weighted Sliding Lateral 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 Sliding Lateral Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a weight in both hands at chest level.
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Step to the right with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge while keeping your left leg straight.
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Push through your right heel to return to the starting position, then repeat on the left side.
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Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Sliding Lateral Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your chest up and back straight to avoid strain on your lower back.
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Ensure your knee stays aligned with your toes during the lunge to prevent injury.
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Start with a lighter weight to focus on form before increasing the load.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Sliding Lateral 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 Sliding Lateral Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Sliding Lateral 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.
