Reasons to add side lunges to your dynamic leg and glute day warm up. **Quadriceps**: The muscles on the front of the thigh are heavily engaged as you push back to the starting position. **Hamstrings**: The muscles at the back of the thigh are activated as you lower into the lunge and stabilize. **Gluteus Maximus and Medius**: These muscles in the buttocks help with the extension and stabilization of the hips. **Adductors**: The inner thigh muscles work to stabilize and control the movement. 5. **Hip Flexors**: These muscles support the movement and flexibility of the hip joint. **Calves (Gastrocnemius and Soleus)**: These muscles help with balance and stabilization during the lunge. **Core Muscles (Abdominals and Obliques)**: Maintaining proper form requires engaging the core to stabilize the torso. **Lower Back (Erector Spinae)**: These muscles support the spine and help maintain an upright posture. #reels #explorepage #glutesgains #smithmachine #cable machine #bulgarians...