Forward Lunges with Dumbbells
Equipment Required: a pair of dumbbells
Technique
- Start by standing with a dumbbell in each hand, and your feet flat on the floor and approximately shoulder width apart. The toes should be pointing forward.
- While maintaining an upright position with the upper body, take a slow step forwards.
- Bend both knees and descend until the front thigh is parallel to the floor and the back knee is close to the ground.
- Push up and back to the starting position.
- Repeat the action, alternating the leading leg.
Key points to remember
- Keep the abdominals tight and the lower back in a neutral position.
- Maintain the body in an upright position and avoid leaning forward.
Alternatives
- Lunge with Overhead Dumbbell Press
- See also the dumbbell reverse lunge
- A similar exercise is the (forward) lunge.
Related Pages
- All about the Lunge Exercise
- More Dumbbell Exercises
- Free weights for sale in the fitness store
- See Exercises at home - the lunge
- Lunges at the beach
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