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Smith Machine Lunge

Front thigh, hip up
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CompoundSingle-sidedTargets: Glutes, Quads

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If you want a better burn in your glutes by putting more focus on it, try using a Smith machine.

How to Smith Machine Lunge

Starting Position

1. Please place the barbell at shoulder height.

2. Grip the barbell wider than shoulder width and rest it on your trapezius.

3. Spread your legs to hip-width apart.

4. Keep your chest up and your back straight.

5. Step one foot forward and place the opposite foot back, raising the heel.

Proper Form

1. Please lower down until the angle of both knees is 90 degrees.

2. Keep your chest open and your back straight as you return to the starting position.

3. Complete the repetitions on one leg and then proceed to the other side.

Breathing Technique

Inhale while going down, and exhale while going up.

Precautions

1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body forward.

2. When bending your knees, please be careful that the knee of the foot you step forward with does not go beyond the foot.

3. Please ensure that your center of gravity does not lean too far forward.

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