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Glutes · Intermediate

Smith Machine Curtsy Lunge

Single-leg lower-body drill building leg strength, balance, and control.

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Smith Machine Curtsy Lunge demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

GlutesQuadricepsAdductorsCore

Equipment

Smith Machine

Sets × reps

3 × 12 / side

Rest

1 min 15 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Set the Smith bar across the upper back and stand tall with the feet under the hips.
  2. 02Step one foot backward and diagonally behind the standing leg.
  3. 03Lower the body under control while keeping the front foot planted and the pelvis facing forward.
  4. 04Stop at a depth that allows the front knee to remain aligned over the foot.
  5. 05Drive through the front leg to return to standing, then repeat before switching sides.

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