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Dumbbell Reverse Lunge

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Dumbbell Reverse Lunge

Dumbbell Reverse Lunge improves hamstring and glute development. Dumbbell reverse lungs use a different range of motion than forwarding lunge exercises, which helps the development of your hamstrings and glutes, improving your balance.

Demonstration Video

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Target Muscles

Instructions

  1. Grab a pair of dumbbells. Stand tall, feet shoulder-width apart, and your arms should be straight by your sides.
  2. Push your chest forward and take a big step back, lowering your back knee to the floor, keeping your front calf as vertical as possible. Return to the starting position and repeat the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.

Tips

  • Don't let your front knee bend inward.
  • Make sure you drop into a lunge by lowering your hips rather than pushing your knee forward.
  • Don't let your body drop forward.

Alternative Exercises

Barbell Reverse Lunge

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Barbell Reverse Lunge strengthens and activates your core, glutes, and hamstrings. They put less stress on your joints and give you a bit more stability in your front leg. This exercise is ideal for people who have knee concerns, difficulty balancing, or l...

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Owen
Owen Jones
Owen
Updated: 17 Sep 2024