Lunge
Description
This exercise involves stepping forward with one leg and lowering the body until the front knee is bent at a 90-degree angle, while keeping the back leg straight. The exercise targets the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Lunge Instructions
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your hands on your hips.
- Take a big step forward with your right foot, keeping your left foot in place.
- Bend both knees to lower your body towards the ground, keeping your back straight.
- Stop when your right thigh is parallel to the ground and your right knee is directly above your ankle.
- Push through your right heel to stand back up to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, stepping forward with your left foot.
- Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Lunge Form & Visual
Lunge Benefits
- Strengthens the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes
- Improves balance and stability
- Increases flexibility in the hips and legs
- Engages the core muscles for added stability
- Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals
- Helps to improve posture and alignment
- Can be done with or without weights for added resistance
Lunge Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
- Calves
- Core
Lunge Variations & Alternatives
- Reverse lunge
- Walking lunge
- Curtsy lunge
- Side lunge
- Jumping lunge
- Split squat lunge
- Barbell lunge
- Dumbbell lunge
- Kettlebell lunge
