Dumbbell Contralateral Forward Lunge
The forward lunge with one dumbbell in the hand opposite the front leg; the front hip works to stay level.
How to do it
Setup
One dumbbell at the side, opposite the leg that steps, free hand on the hip.
Steps
- Step forward with the leg opposite the bell.
- Lower to a hover, hips square.
- Stand; switch the bell with the leg.
Common mistakes
Bell on the same side as the front leg: it goes in the OPPOSITE hand. Torso tilting toward the bell: stay upright; the obliques hold you. Front knee drifting inward: keep it over the toes.
Breathing
Inhale stepping in, exhale pushing back.
