Glutes · Dumbbell

Reverse Lunge (Dumbbell)

A movement that trains your glutes, done with a dumbbell. Your quadriceps, hamstrings and calves help out.

Reverse Lunge (Dumbbell), starting position

Muscles you'll work

Reverse Lunge (Dumbbell) muscles worked, front viewReverse Lunge (Dumbbell) muscles worked, back view
GlutesPrimaryQuadriceps · Hamstrings · CalvesSecondary

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.
  2. Take a step backward with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge position.
  3. Bend your left knee and lower your body until your left thigh is parallel to the ground.
  4. Pause for a moment, then push through your left heel to return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat on the other side, stepping back with your left foot.

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EquipmentDumbbell
Type
Push or pull
LevelBeginner

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