Smith Rear Lunge
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Smith Rear Lunge is a lower body exercise that primarily targets the glutes and quadriceps. It is performed using a Smith Machine, which provides stability and control. This exercise helps improve balance, coordination, and leg strength, making it beneficial for athletes and general fitness enthusiasts alike.
How to do it
- Position yourself under the bar on the Smith Machine, resting it across the upper back.
- Step one foot back into a lunge position, keeping the other foot forward.
- Lower your back knee toward the ground, keeping the torso upright and weight centered.
- Press through the front heel to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for desired reps before switching legs.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps
Secondary Gastrocnemius Hamstrings