Beginner
🏋️ Dumbbell
Walking Lunge
aka Lunges / Dumbbell Lunge
🎯 Target & Synergists
Primary: Quadriceps
Synergist: Glutes
Synergist: Hamstrings
Synergist: Core
📋 How to Perform
1
Hold dumbbells at sides
2
Step forward into lunge
3
Lower back knee toward ground
4
Push off front foot
5
Alternate legs while walking
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Front knee past toes excessively
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Torso leaning forward
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Knee caving inward
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Not stepping far enough
🔄 Alternative Exercises
Can't do Walking Lunge? Try these instead.
📊 Quick Facts
Equipment Dumbbell
Difficulty Beginner
Main Target Quadriceps
Synergists Glutes, Hamstrings, Core