Weighted Walking Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Weighted Walking Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Walking Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
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Step forward with your right leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at about 90 degrees; keep your front knee above your ankle.
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Push through your right heel to return to standing, then repeat on the left side, alternating legs with each rep.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Walking Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your upper body straight and avoid leaning forward during the lunge.
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Make sure your front knee doesn't extend past your toes to protect your joints.
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Start with lighter weights to master your form before increasing the weight.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Walking 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 Weighted Walking Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Walking 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.
