How to Dumbbell Side Lunges
Dumbbell Side Lunges are a dynamic lower body exercise that targets the inner thighs and glutes. By moving laterally, this exercise helps improve hip mobility and overall leg strength.
Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps (front of the thighs)
- Gluteus Maximus (buttocks)
- Adductors (inner thighs)
- Hamstrings (back of the thighs)
- Calves
- Core (abdominals and lower back)
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Perform Dumbbell Side Lunges
- Set Up: Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your arms fully extended at your sides. Stand with your feet hip-width apart.
- Step to the Side: Take a large step to the side with one leg, while keeping the other leg straight.
- Lower Your Body: Push your hips back and bend the knee of the stepping leg, lowering your body while keeping your chest up and back straight.
- Push Back: Press through the heel of the bent leg to return to the starting position.
- Alternate Sides: Repeat the movement on the opposite side, alternating legs with each repetition.
- Repeat: Continue for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on controlled movement and proper form.
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