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Quadriceps

Dumbbell Rear Lunge

Dumbbell Rear Lunge (Start)Dumbbell Rear Lunge (End)

A lunge that steps backward with dumbbells in your hands, working the thighs and glutes with less stress on the front knee.

Primary musclesQuadriceps
Secondary musclesCalvesGlutesHamstrings

Energy burned

≈ 41 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 7.1 kcal/min

Estimate range 31–51 kcal (±25 %)

Muscle mass worked29 %
Effort during a set13.1 MET
Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age

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Setup

  1. 1Stand tall holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
  2. 2Set your feet hip-width apart and brace your abs.
  3. 3Look straight ahead.

How to perform

  1. 1Step one foot back and lower until both knees are bent about 90 degrees.
  2. 2Keep your front shin nearly vertical and your torso upright.
  3. 3Push through your front foot to bring your back foot forward to the start.
  4. 4Alternate legs or finish all reps on one side.

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