Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge
Expert Advice
Keep your torso upright and core engaged to maintain balance and proper alignment throughout the movement.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- Step one foot diagonally behind you, crossing it behind your front leg.
- Lower your hips until your front thigh is nearly parallel to the floor.
- Push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other leg.
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Muscles Worked
Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge primarily targets the Glutes, Quads, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Glutes50%
Quads40%
Secondary
Calves10%
Equipment
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge work?
Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge primarily targets the Glutes, Quads. Secondary muscles involved include Calves. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell Curtsey Lunge is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
