Image courtesy of PhySys - Feedback Weight-training Designer (FWD)
LUNGE - Free Weights
TARGET MUSCLES:
- Quadriceps
- Adductors
- Hamstrings
- Gluteus
START POSITION:
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand at the sides.
- Stand in front of a 4 inch step (Reebock Step) with feet slightly apart.
PROCEDURE:
- Step up on the step.
- Knees should not move past the toes.
- Descend to no more than a 90 degree knee angle.
- Exhale and push back up to the starting position.
- Repeat 12-15 times.
NOTE: Knees should not go past the toes as is depicted in this animation
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