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A unilateral lunge variation performed holding a kettlebell at chest height that targets the quads and glutes to build single-leg strength and stability; commonly scaled by adjusting weight or range of motion.
Kettlebell
3/5 • Intermediate
Quads, Glutes
Hamstrings, Calves, Adductors
8
No
No
No
Small
Low
Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis
Glute Max, Glute Medius
Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis
Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus
Gastrocnemius
6-12 reps
60-120 seconds
Stand with feet hip-width apart holding a kettlebell by the horns against your chest. Step one foot back into a staggered stance, keeping the rear heel elevated and weight balanced.
Inhale as you lower your hips; exhale forcefully as you drive back up.
3-1-1
Lower hips until the back knee is 2-5cm off the floor and the front thigh is parallel to the ground.
Not recommended; drop the weight safely if needed.
Kettlebell Split Squat, KB Goblet Split Squat, Static Lunge
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