How to do it
Keep the dumbbells hanging straight at your sides with your palms facing in.
- 1
Stand with feet hip-width apart holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
- 2
Step forward with one leg and lower your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
- 3
Keep your weight on your heels and your front knee directly above your ankle.
- 4
Push back up to the starting position without moving your feet.
- 5
Complete all reps on one leg before switching to the other leg.
Expert tip
Keep your torso upright and your core engaged to maintain balance. Ensure your front knee does not extend past your toes.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the front knee collapse inward
- ✕Leaning the torso forward over the front leg
- ✕Taking too short a step into the lunge