How to do a forward dumbbell lunges

Lower bodyDumbbellsBeginner

Step forward into a lunge holding dumbbells — loaded single-leg strength and balance.

How to do it

1Hold a dumbbell in each hand
2Step forward and lower your back knee toward the floor
3Push back through your front heel to stand

Common mistakes

×Front knee collapsing inward
×Leaning forward over the front leg

Muscles worked

Quads Glutes

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