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Dumbbell Lunges

A compound strength exercise that uses dumbbells to perform lunge movements to target the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings while improving balance and stability.

Exercise Overview

Category

General Resistance

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Intermediate

Technique

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding dumbbells at your sides. Step forward with one leg and lower your body into a lunge position, then return to starting position.

Starting Position

Begin standing with feet shoulder-width apart, holding dumbbells at your sides.

Finishing Position

Return to standing position after completing the dumbbell lunge movement.

Form Cues

Step forward, lower body, maintain balance, control movement

Common Mistakes

Not maintaining balance, poor form, moving too fast, incomplete movement

Progression Tips

Increase weight, add variations, or perform more sets.

Regression Tips

Reduce weight, perform bodyweight lunges, or use lighter dumbbells.

Safety Notes

Maintain proper form to avoid knee and hip strain. Stop if you experience pain in the knees, hips, or lower back. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.