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Lateral Lunge (Loaded)
Weighted side lunge for adductor and glute strength in frontal plane.
Stop if
Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.
This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.
- Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
- Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.
Equipment needed
- Works at home
- Works at the gym
dumbbells
Home Options
- dumbbells
- kettlebell
No equipment? Try: Dumbbell, Kettlebell
Dosage
3
Sets
8
Reps / Time
60 sec
Rest
2 out / 2 return
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Hold dumbbell or kettlebell at chest (goblet style)
- Stand with feet together
- Core engaged
Step 1 of 4
Step wide to one side
Step 2 of 4
Push hips back and bend that knee
Step 3 of 4
Keep other leg straight
Step 4 of 4
Push through bent leg to return
Breathing
- Inhale as you step out
- Exhale as you return
Form Cues
- Hips go back, knee tracks over toes
- Chest stays up
- Push through whole foot to return
- Control the movement
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Knee caving inward
- Leaning forward too much
- Not pushing hips back
- Rushing the movement
Safety Information
Stop if groin pain. Progress range gradually.
Progressions
Heavier weight, deeper range, cossack squat
Regressions
Bodyweight only, smaller range
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