Double Kettlebell Reverse Lunge

Level
beginner
Force
push
Mechanic
compound
Equipment
kettlebells
Category
strength
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles

A reverse lunging movement performed while holding two kettlebells at your sides.

Instructions

  1. Stand upright holding a kettlebell in each hand at your sides with a neutral grip.
  2. Step backward with one leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent to approximately 90 degrees.
  3. Ensure your front knee stays directly over your ankle and your back knee nearly touches the ground.
  4. Push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
  5. Alternate legs and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Tips

  • Keep your torso upright and engaged to maintain balance throughout the movement.
  • Take controlled steps backward with adequate distance to achieve proper depth.
  • Avoid allowing your front knee to extend past your toes to reduce joint stress.
  • Maintain steady breathing and controlled tempo throughout the entire set.

Recommended starting values

Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.

Goal Sets Reps Weight
Male Female
Gain strength 3 7 reps 13 kg 9 kg
Build muscle 3 10 reps 12 kg 8 kg
Build endurance 3 14 reps 9 kg 6 kg

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