Curtsey Hand-Swipe Lunge
Tone your legs and core with this dynamic lunge! Improve balance, coordination, and flexibility. Get fit and feel great!
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand with feet hip-width apart, arms extended horizontally to the sides at shoulder height.
2. Shift your weight onto your right foot and take a big step back with your left leg, crossing it behind your right leg (as if performing a curtsy).
3. As you lunge down, bend both knees to lower your body towards the floor. Ensure your right knee is aligned with your right ankle and does not extend past your toes.
4. Simultaneously, bring your arms in front of your chest, palms facing down, and perform a hand-swiping motion across your body (left hand towards the right side and vice versa).
5. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position, extending your arms back out to the sides at shoulder height.
6. Repeat the movement by shifting your weight onto your left foot and stepping back with your right leg, completing the curtsy lunge on this side while performing another hand swipe.
7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions or duration, maintaining proper form and controlled movements throughout.
Ensure that you keep your back straight and core engaged during the lunges to protect your spine and to maximize the engagement of core muscles. Adjust the depth of the lunge to your comfort and flexibility levels. This exercise enhances balance, stability, and coordination while also providing a dynamic stretch for the hip flexors.
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