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Lateral Lunge (alternating)

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Lateral Lunge (alternating) Overview

The lateral lunge (alternating) workout is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the quads.

It involves stepping to the side, lunging down, and pushing back up using only your bodyweight.

While it also engages secondary muscles like the glutes and hamstrings, the focus remains on strengthening the quads.

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Lateral Lunge (alternating) Instructions

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing forward.
  2. Engage your core and keep your back straight throughout the exercise.
  3. Take a big step to the side with your right foot, keeping it parallel to the other foot.
  4. Bend your right knee and lower your body, pushing your hips back and keeping your left leg straight.
  5. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the movement on the other side by stepping to the side with your left foot.

Lateral Lunge (alternating) Tips

  1. Start with your feet hip-width apart and toes pointing forward.
  2. Take a wide step to the side with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted.
  3. Bend your right knee and lower your body, keeping your chest lifted and core engaged.
  4. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat on the other side, stepping with your left foot and engaging your quads.
  6. Focus on maintaining proper form and control throughout the exercise to maximize quad engagement.

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