The dumbbell diagonal lunge is a single-leg strength exercise that targets the quads, glutes, and hamstrings. The diagonal lunge engages muscle fibers from a slightly different angle.
Instructions
Grab a pair of dumbbells with a neutral grip so that your palms are facing each other. Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Your arms should be hanging straight down by your sides.
Take a large step forward diagonally at a 45-degree angle, lowering your rear knee toward the ground while keeping your front shin as vertical as possible. Pause, then push yourself back to the starting position.
Trainer’s Tips
Make sure you descend into the lunge by dropping your hips, rather than jutting the knee forward.
Make sure you keep your lead leg's knee aligned over your foot.
Do not let the rear leg's foot rotate to the instep.
