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dumbbell lunge

dumbbell lunge exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: glutes. Equipment: dumbbell.

dumbbell lunge exercise demonstration
Target muscle
glutes
Muscle group
quadriceps
Body part
upper legs
Equipment
dumbbell

Secondary muscles

quadriceps, hamstrings, calves

How to perform

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
  2. Take a step forward with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge position.
  3. Keep your back straight and your chest up as you lower your body.
  4. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat with your left leg.
  6. Alternate legs for the desired number of repetitions.