Low Side-To-Side Lunge
Low Side-To-Side Lunge is a great exercise because it works the sides of the glutes (the gluteus medius), which are essential stabilizer muscles for the hip joint. This exercise provides strength on both sides of the body.
BEGINNER
Seated Dumbbell Toe Raise
Seated Dumbbell Toe Raise targets the muscles in the lower leg, especially the tibialis anterior, which is located on the outer surface of the tibia, or shin.
Instructions
- Sit on the edge of a bench, lift your feet off the floor and extend your legs fully in front of you. Place the dumbbell between your legs, and bring them together so that the dumbbell does not fall.
- Start by curling your toes towards your body. Pause and then move your toes away from your body.
Tips
- Keep your torso still throughout the movement.
- Don't let your knees create movement. Instead, focus on your lower legs doing the work.
- Move slowly and avoid using momentum.
Alternative Exercises
Bodyweight Squat
Bodyweight Squat builds your lower-body muscles that specifically activate muscles like the hamstrings, quadriceps, glutes, and calf muscles. Doing squats can help you prepare for other strength-training exercises like deadlifts.
Standing Calf Raise
Standing Calf Raise helps you build larger calve muscles. It also improves ankle strength and stability, helps with injury prevention, improves athletic performance,
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