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Forward Lunges

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Description

Forward lunges increase leg strength and flexibility, tones your glutes, and burns fat. This classic multi-joint exercise will shape your legs and fix muscular imbalances. It targets several muscles, including your quads, hamstrings, calves, glutes, and abs. The lunge has long been a staple workout due to its numerous health benefits. When done properly, this exercise improves your balance and coordination, increases hip flexor flexibility, and leads to better core stability.

How to do it

  1. 1Stand up straight with your arms at your sides and your feet about six inches apart.
  2. 2Step forward with your right leg, lowering your body until both knees are bent at a 90-degree angle. Keep your back straight and your chin up. Your abs should be pulled in. Push off with the front leg and squeeze your glutes.
  3. 3Use your hamstrings and glutes to push yourself back up to the original position.

⚠️ Common mistakes

  • Arch your back.
  • Let your knee touch the floor.
  • Bring your hips forward.

Now you know how it is done. In the app it joins the other exercises and becomes a multi-week plan.

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