Exercise Lab

Lateral Lunges - 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.
  • Increases inner thigh flexibility.

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Description

  • Stand with your feet at shoulder width, holding your hands relaxed in front of you.
  • With one foot, step out to the side about 16 to 20 inches and descend carefully.
  • Keep both feet flat while lunging down on the stepping leg.
  • Then step back to the start position.
  • Repeat with the opposite leg.
  • Alternate legs for a specified number of time.

ProTip

  • Keep your back flat.

Mistakes

  • Not keeping the feet flat on the ground.
  • Letting the chest drop.