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Bodyweight Walking Lunge

Primary
Quadriceps
Secondary
Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings
Equipment
None
Level
beginner

Bodyweight Walking Lunge demonstration

Bodyweight Walking Lunge, starting position
Bodyweight Walking Lunge, starting position
Bodyweight Walking Lunge, finishing position
Bodyweight Walking Lunge, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Begin standing with your feet shoulder width apart and your hands on your hips.
  2. 2Step forward with one leg, flexing the knees to drop your hips. Descend until your rear knee nearly touches the ground. Your posture should remain upright, and your front knee should stay above the front foot.
  3. 3Drive through the heel of your lead foot and extend both knees to raise yourself back up.
  4. 4Step forward with your rear foot, repeating the lunge on the opposite leg.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
QuadricepsCalvesGlutesHamstrings

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
push
Mechanic
compound
Level
beginner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Bodyweight Walking Lunge work?

Bodyweight Walking Lunge primarily targets the Quadriceps. It also works the Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Bodyweight Walking Lunge?

Bodyweight Walking Lunge requires no equipment - it's a bodyweight exercise.

Is Bodyweight Walking Lunge suitable for beginners?

Yes, Bodyweight Walking Lunge is suitable for beginners. It's classified as a beginner-level exercise.

Alternatives to Bodyweight Walking Lunge

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.