Lunges
Beginner
Fundamental lower-body movement stepping forward or backward and lowering the back knee toward the ground.
Muscle Groups
glutesquadricepshamstrings
Coaching Cues
- 1Keep your torso upright throughout the movement
- 2Step far enough that your front shin stays vertical
- 3Drive through the front heel to return to standing
Standards
- 1Rear knee touches or nearly touches the ground
- 2Full hip and knee extension at the top between reps
- 3Alternate legs unless prescribed otherwise
Scaling Options
- •Shorter range of motion
- •Reverse lunges for better balance