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How to do Dumbbell Lunges

Primary muscle: Legs · Secondary: Glutes, Core

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Dumbbell Lunges start and end positionDumbbell Lunges start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Hold dumbbells at your sides and stand with feet hip-width apart
  2. Take a long step forward with one foot
  3. Lower your back knee toward the floor until both knees hit 90 degrees
  4. Drive through your front heel to push back and bring your feet together
  5. Repeat with the other leg, keeping your torso tall throughout

Coaching tip

Dumbbells make balancing easier than a bar; keep your torso tall and pick a focal point ahead.

Caution

Skip this move or ask a professional first if you have pain or an injury in: knee. FitCi filters it out of your program automatically based on the injuries in your profile.

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