Dumbbell Gobelt Curtsey Lunge (female)

Dumbbell Gobelt Curtsey Lunge demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand straight with feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell at the base with both hands at your chest.
  • 2Take a big step back with your right leg, crossing it behind your left. Bend your knees and lower your hips until your left thigh is nearly parallel to the floor.
  • 3Keep your torso upright and your hips and shoulders as square as possible.
  • 4Return to start by pressing your left heel into the floor.
  • 5Repeat on the other side for one rep.

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout.
  • Breathe out as you lunge, breathe in as you return to start.
  • Go as low as you can while keeping your form correct.
  • Squeeze your glutes as you return to standing.

Dumbbell Gobelt Curtsey Lunge Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs