Which exercise replaces the squat on the Smith machine? 5 alternatives
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Equipe Befit
Dumbbell Rear Lunge
Primary Equipment
Dumbbells
Dumbbells
Instructions
- Hold the dumbbells with your arms extended alongside your body and near your hips
- Keep your torso upright and position your feet side by side
- Step one leg backward and then flex your hips and knees, lowering as far as possible while keeping your front foot firmly on the floor
- Then, return to the starting position by extending your hips and knees and aligning your feet side by side
Tips
- Keep your torso upright and avoid leaning forward
- Avoid letting your front knee collapse inward; maintain alignment with your hip
- Avoid using momentum or sudden movements
Target Muscle
Primary
Secondary
