Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | 2 dumbbells |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Stand upright and hold dumbbells to sides. Keep arms extended.Execution
Lunge backward with one leg. Simultaneously flex knees and hip to lower body until knee of rear leg is just above floor. Extend rear knee to return to starting position. Repeat. Continue with opposite side.Variations / Comments
Exercise can also be done alternating.


Muscles
Target | Quadriceps |
Synergist | Gluteus Maximus | Hip Adductors | Soleus |
Stabilizers | Hamstrings | Gastrocnemius | Trapezius, Upper | Trapezius, Lower | Erector Spinae |

Front

Rear
