Smith rear lunge (version 2) (female)

Smith rear lunge demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand upright with a Smith machine bar lowered to your shoulders
  • 2Step backward with one foot and lower your body until the front knee is bent at least 90 degrees
  • 3Push up to the starting position through your front heel
  • 4Switch legs and repeat the movement
  • 5Continue alternating legs for each set

Tips:

  • Keep your torso upright during the exercise
  • Your front knee should not go beyond your toes when you lower your body
  • Push through your front heel to engage your glutes and hamstrings
  • Avoid locking your front knee at the top of the movement

Smith rear lunge Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs