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Dumbbell Lunge

Walking or stationary lunges holding dumbbells at your sides. The standard weighted lunge variation. Simple way to add resistance to lunges. Dumbbells at your sides keep the load balanced. Builds single-leg strength and stability.

How to Do Dumbbell Lunge: Step by Step

  1. Hold dumbbells at sides, step forward
  2. Lower until back knee nearly touches floor
  3. Front knee tracks over toes
  4. Drive through front heel to stand

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Front knee caving inward
  • Leaning too far forward
  • Taking too short a step

Dumbbell Lunge Tips

  • Start with lighter dumbbells to master balance
  • Walking lunges are harder than stationary — progress to them
  • Keep your torso upright throughout

Muscles Worked

quadsglutes
Equipment dumbbells
Tracking Count reps

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