Exercise Lab

Forward Lunge - Alternating

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Equipment

  • No Equipment Needed

Muscle Groups

  • Hips & Buttocks
  • Legs

Purposes

  • Strengthens legs and hips.
  • Develops and strengthens basic motor patterns.

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Description

  • Stand with your feet at shoulder width and place your hands on the hips.
  • With one foot, step forward about 16 to 20 inches and descend carefully.
  • Push back up to the starting position, keeping the torso straight throughout.
  • Repeat for the specified number of repetitions, alternating between both legs.

ProTip

  • Keep your hips level and squared ahead.

Mistakes

  • Rounding or tilting the trunk.
  • Front foot and knee not pointing straight.