DB transverse lunge with reaching
ID: 902
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- Exercise Types:
- Lower Step, Aesthetic
- Contraindications:
- Knee Problems
- Equipment:
- Dumbbell
- Applicability:
- Focus
- Superset?:
- No
- Sprint-able?:
- No
Key Teaching Points:
- 1. Quality of movement always takes priority over speed or load.
- 2. End range is where the real work happens — do not shy away from it.
- 3. Control the step length on each rep — inconsistency loads unevenly.
- 4. Brace core before stepping; stability is set before the weight shifts.
Regression:
Use a split-squat with the rear foot elevated on a low surface to reduce the balance demand.
Progression:
Introduce a knee-drive at the top of the step to increase hip flexor and single-leg balance demand.
Common Problems:
Pushing off the back toe to assist the return — ensure all drive comes from the front heel.