Legs · Dumbbells

Lateral lunge — Dumbbells

Target musclesAdductors · Inner quads · Outer quads

Lateral lunge — Dumbbells
Description

Single-leg movement to strengthen the quadriceps, glutes and stability.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Keep your pelvis facing forward, trunk braced and chest up.
  • Align your front knee with your toes.
  • Keep stable pressure through the whole front foot.
  • Use the same range on the right and left sides.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Lower under control to a comfortable depth.
  2. Keep your front knee stable and torso firm.
  3. Rise by pushing firmly into the floor.
Technique cue

Align your knee and pelvis and push smoothly with your front leg.

Common mistakes
  • letting the knee move inward
  • tilting the pelvis
  • lowering too quickly
  • using different ranges on each side
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • Unstable alignment can overload the knees and hips.

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