Exercise of The Day
Posted by muscled1 on March 4th, 2008
Dumbbell Side Lunges
Primary Muscle Group: - Glutes and Quadriceps
Muscle Groups Worked in This Exercise: Glutes and Quadriceps
Starting Position: Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and a slight bend in your knees. Grip a dumbbell in each hand with your arms hanging down in front of you.
Execution: Inhale as you take a large step to your right side and lower yourself down until your right knee has a 90-degree bend in it. Exhale as you press yourself back up to the starting position. Repeat on other side as required.
Comments: Watch for proper knee alignment - do not let lunging knee extend past big toe or deviate laterally or medially. Opposite leg should remain straight during lunging phase as shown.
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