Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Kettlebell Backward Lunge.
A lower-body compound movement performed by stepping backward into a lunge while holding a kettlebell in each hand or goblet-style. The backward step reduces stress on the knee while keeping the quadriceps and glutes under constant tension throughout the range of motion.
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The Kettlebell Backward Lunge is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.