Kettlebell Side Lunge
Description
This exercise involves holding a kettlebell in one hand while lunging to the side with the opposite leg. It targets the legs, glutes, and core muscles.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Kettlebell Side Lunge Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a kettlebell in both hands at chest level.
- Take a big step to the side with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted and your toes pointing forward.
- Bend your right knee and lower your body down into a lunge, keeping your chest up and your back straight.
- Push off with your right foot and return to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, stepping out with your left foot and lunging down with your left leg.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions or time.
Kettlebell Side Lunge Form & Visual
Kettlebell Side Lunge Benefits
- Strengthens the core muscles
- Improves balance and stability
- Targets the obliques and glutes
- Increases overall body strength
- Can be modified for different fitness levels
- Improves posture and alignment
- Can be done at home or in the gym
Kettlebell Side Lunge Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Glutes
- Calves
- Abdominals
- Obliques
- Lower back
Kettlebell Side Lunge Variations & Alternatives
- kettlebell goblet side lunge
- kettlebell racked side lunge
- kettlebell suitcase side lunge
- kettlebell overhead side lunge
- kettlebell lateral lunge
