Overhead Dumbbell Lunge
Learn how to do the Overhead Dumbbell Lunge with proper form, setup, and execution.
This dumbbell movement primarily targets quadriceps, including outer quad, inner quad, middle quad.
How to Perform Overhead Dumbbell Lunge
- 1
Grab a pair of dumbbells and press them overhead with your arms fully extended.
- 2
Stand tall with your feet together and engage your abs.
- 3
Take a breath and step one foot forward, lowering your rear knee toward the floor.
- 4
Keep the dumbbells locked out overhead and your torso upright throughout.
- 5
Drive through your front heel to return to the starting position and exhale.
- 6
Alternate legs 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.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.