Quads
Split Squat
Beginner
Dumbbell
Compound
Quads
How to do it
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Hold a dumbbell in each hand and step one foot forward a long stride.
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Lower your back knee straight down until it nearly touches the floor.
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Keep your torso upright with your weight on the front leg.
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Push through the front foot to rise. Finish all reps, then switch legs.
Common mistakes
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A stride that is too short, pushing the front knee far past the toes.
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Leaning forward and pushing with the back leg.
Tips
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The easiest lunge variation — your feet stay put, so it is more stable.
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Log the weight per dumbbell in the app.
Secondary muscles
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