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Dumbbell side lunge

Bodypart: Hamstrings | Soleus | Gastrocnemius | Quads | Abductor | Glutes | Pectoral | Deltoids | Brachialis | Biceps
Equipment: Dumbbells

Feeling a little sideways? Standing with feet shoulder-width apart and dumbbells at your sides, take a big step to the side with your left foot, pushing your hips back and lowering your body into a deep lunge position.

As you come down, move the dumbbells straight down to the floor so that your chest comes over your left knee. Return to starting position and repeat for reps on both sides.

Comments and tips

  • Use the dumbbell side lunge to build unilateral lower-body strength and enhance your balance and coordination.

  • For the safety of your knees and ankles, keep your knees and feet pointing in the same direction.

  • You can also alternate between sides instead of performing all repetitions on one leg before doing the other.

  • Make sure to land on your heel first when lunging. Your back leg should remain straight.

Source: https://greatist.com/fitness/30-dumbbell-exercises-missing-your-routine#legs-and-glutes

Source: https://weighttraining.guide/exercises/dumbbell-side-lunge/

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