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Medicine Ball Curtsy Lunge

Cross behind and sink low. Glutes get hit from a new angle.

Medicine Ball Curtsy Lunge exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Stand tall holding a medicine ball at your chest.
  2. Step one foot diagonally behind and across the other.
  3. Bend both knees to lower into a curtsy, keeping your chest up.
  4. Drive through your front heel to stand, then switch sides.

The one cue that matters

Keep your front knee tracking over your foot and your chest tall as you sink.

Muscles worked

The Medicine Ball Curtsy Lunge is a Glutes-first movement, with Quads working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your glutes volume for the week.

FAQ

What muscles does the Medicine Ball Curtsy Lunge work?

The Medicine Ball Curtsy Lunge primarily works the Glutes with Quads assisting.

How heavy should I go?

Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.

How many sets and reps of Medicine Ball Curtsy Lunge?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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