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Smith Machine Lunge

Lunges performed on the Smith machine. The fixed bar path provides stability, making it beginner-friendly. Fixed bar path allows focus on the working muscles instead of balance. Safer for beginners than free-weight lunges with heavy loads. Excellent for building single-leg strength and fixing imbalances.

How to Do Smith Machine Lunge: Step by Step

  1. Bar on upper back, one foot forward, one back
  2. Lower until back knee nearly touches floor
  3. Front knee tracks over toes
  4. Press through front heel to stand

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Front knee caving inward
  • Leaning torso too far forward
  • Not stepping far enough back

Smith Machine Lunge Tips

  • Do all reps on one leg before switching — this keeps tension constant
  • The Smith machine lets you focus on depth without worrying about balance
  • Adjust your foot position forward or back to change quad vs glute emphasis

Muscles Worked

quadsglutes
Equipment smith machine
Tracking Count reps

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