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Sandbag Lateral Lunge Overhead (alternating)

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Sandbag Lateral Lunge Overhead (alternating) Overview

The sandbag lateral lunge overhead (alternating) workout engages the Quads, Hamstrings, Glutes, and Shoulders.

The sandbag provides resistance, challenging the primary muscles while also activating secondary muscles for stability.

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Sandbag Lateral Lunge Overhead (alternating) Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a sandbag with both hands in front of your chest.
  2. Take a big step to the side with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted and your toes pointing forward.
  3. Lower your body into a lunge position, bending your right knee and keeping your left leg straight.
  4. While in the lunge position, press the sandbag overhead, fully extending your arms.
  5. Return to the starting position by pushing through your right foot and bringing your right leg back to the center.
  6. Repeat the movement on the other side, stepping to the left and lunging with your left leg.
  7. Continue alternating sides, stepping and lunging with each leg, while pressing the sandbag overhead.

Sandbag Lateral Lunge Overhead (alternating) Tips

  1. Start with a sandbag that challenges your strength but allows you to maintain proper form throughout the exercise.
  2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the sandbag overhead with both hands, arms fully extended.
  3. Take a big step to the side with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted and toes pointing forward.
  4. As you lunge to the side, lower your body by bending your right knee, keeping your chest up and back straight.
  5. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position, engaging your quads, hamstrings, and glutes.
  6. Repeat the movement on the other side, stepping out with your left foot and lunging to the left.
  7. Focus on keeping your shoulders stable and engaged throughout the exercise, maintaining control of the sandbag overhead.

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