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Lateral Lunge into Biceps Curl to a Single Leg Shoulder Press

Article by: Arantxa Velezmoro, Purlife Personal Trainer NASM-CPT

Hello PurFamily!

Here is a quick demonstration of one of my favorite exercises! I often incorporate this into my clients training programs, as this drill works the entire body in addition to challenging balance.
Here we have a lateral lunge, into a biceps curl to a single leg shoulder press. Sounds complicated but very simple once broken down step by step! Let’s get started!

Step 1

First, you want to stand shoulder width apart for your starting position.

Step 2

Secondly, while maintaining a long spine, step to the side while sitting into the moving leg (knee should align over the ankle). Many may feel a stretch in the hip/glute/thigh area.

Then, you will press off the leading leg back to standing position, transitioning to a single leg balance stance.

Lateral Lunge Single Leg Shoulder Press

Lateral Lunge

Balance Stance

Balance Stance

Step 3 + 4

From there once you find the stability, flex from the elbow into a bicep curl and rotate up into a shoulder press making sure your arm is aligned along your ear.

Biceps Curl

Biceps Curl

Shoulder Press

Shoulder Press

Repeat this exercise 8-10 times on each side with light to moderate weight and witness a full body blast!

Give it a try and let me know how it goes! Stop by our Boca Raton Gym today and I can show you some more of my favorites!

Arantxa Velezmoro
NASM-CPT

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