Curtsy Lunge (Dumbbell) demonstration

Curtsy Lunge (Dumbbell)

Learn how to do the Curtsy Lunge (Dumbbell) with proper form, setup, and execution.

This dumbbell movement primarily targets quadriceps, including outer quad, inner quad, middle quad.

How to Perform Curtsy Lunge (Dumbbell)

  1. 1

    Grab a pair of dumbbells and stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Engage your abs and take a breath.

  3. 3

    Step one foot diagonally behind and across your body, lowering your rear knee toward the floor.

  4. 4

    Keep your front knee tracking over your toes and your torso upright.

  5. 5

    Drive through your front heel to return to the starting position and exhale.

  6. 6

    Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Training Guidelines

The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.

GoalSetsRepsRest
Strength3-54-62-3 min
Muscle Growth3-48-1260-90 sec
Endurance2-315-2030-60 sec
Beginner2-310-1560-90 sec

Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.

Frequently Asked Questions