Dumbbell Lunge – Easy Instruction to Build Your Leg Muscles

Have you noticed that some people have great toned legs, while yours are…well, less than shapely. The good news is, with a little effort, you can make significant improvements.

The legs have several large muscles, so this part of the body has the potential to be aesthetically pleasing. The thing to remember is that you have to focus on the large muscle groups. When you see a person’s legs, your eyes are naturally drawn to the large muscle areas, the butt, thighs and calves. Once you develop these regions you will probably be pleasantly surprised at what a difference it makes. However, do not totally ignore the smaller surrounding muscles, as this will create imbalance and potential help concerns.

Okay. You are in the gym and not sure where to start. Hers is a simple exercise to get started.

Find a couple dumbbells and put one in each hand. Assuming this is a new exercise for you, start with light weight, a weight that you are comfortably able to pick up from the floor or rack. The poundage can be increased as you get acclimated to the routine, or if you feel that there is not enough resistance.

You have a dumbbell in each hand, now what? Balance yourself, placing the feet shoulder width apart and knees slightly bent. That’s easy enough so far, right? Now, take a step forward with one foot, maintaining balance. Then slowly lower the body, no jerking motions, and hold this position for a count of four. Both knees will actually be bent as the body goes down. Don’t push it initially; stop if the knee joint forms a ninety degree angle. This is far enough. You can go lower in future workouts, if you feel comfortable. Finish off by standing, but not to the point of locking the knees. After ten repetitions, switch legs.