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Beginner Glutes Quads Hamstrings

Reverse Lunge

A joint-friendly unilateral leg exercise that improves balance, lower-body strength, and training variety.

Equipment

Bodyweight Dumbbells

How to do it

  1. Stand tall with feet under hips
  2. Step one leg back softly
  3. Drop both knees with control
  4. Drive through the front foot to return

Common mistakes

  • Stepping back too shallow
  • Pushing the front knee far forward
  • Leaning excessively into the hips

Modifications

  • Reduce depth
  • Use a wall for light balance support

Reverse lunges are useful when you want lower-body challenge without the joint stress of repeated jumping.