Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The dumbbell curtsy lunge is a dynamic exercise targeting the lower body while improving balance and stability. It involves stepping one leg behind the other at an angle, resembling a curtsy. This movement engages the glutes and quadriceps effectively, making it great for toning and strengthening the legs and improving functional fitness.
How to do it
- Stand upright with feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand by your sides.
- Step your left leg diagonally behind your right leg, bending both knees into a lunge position.
- Lower your hips until your right thigh is parallel to the ground, keeping your torso upright.
- Push through your right heel to return to standing, bringing your feet back to hip-width.
- Switch sides and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Adductor Magnus Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps
Secondary Gastrocnemius Gluteus Medius Hamstrings
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