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Deficit Reverse Lunge
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Deficit Reverse Lunge

Deeper-stretch lunge from a small step for glute hypertrophy.

12 min1317 views133 saved

Setup & steps

  1. 1Stand on a 4-6 inch step or plates
  2. 2Step one leg back off the edge
  3. 3Lower into a deeper-than-usual lunge
  4. 4Drive through the front heel

Coaching cues

  1. Control the extra range
  2. Lean slightly forward
  3. Do not bounce the back knee

Common mistakes

  1. Dropping fast into depth
  2. Front knee caving
  3. Balancing on the toes

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