Reverse Forward Lunge
Challenge your legs and core with the combo Reverse-Forward Lunge! Builds strength, balance, and coordination.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Related Exercises
Instructions
1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with your arms crossed in front of your chest or your hands on your hips, depending on your preference.
2. Begin by taking a step backwards with your right foot, planting the ball of the foot on the ground, and lowering your body until your left thigh is almost parallel to the floor. Make sure your left knee is in line with your ankle and does not extend past your toes.
3. Push through your left heel to bring your right foot forward to the starting position.
4. Immediately step forward with your right foot into a forward lunge, lowering your body until your right thigh is almost parallel to the floor and your left knee is bent at a 90-degree angle just above the ground.
5. Push through your right heel to bring yourself back to the starting position.
6. Repeat the motion by stepping backward into a reverse lunge with your left foot, then forward into a forward lunge with your left foot.
7. Continue to alternate legs for the desired number of repetitions or sets.
Remember, balance and a controlled pace are crucial for this exercise to be effective and to reduce the risk of injury. If you choose to make it a weighted exercise, hold dumbbells by your sides or a barbell on your shoulders throughout the movement.
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