Bodyweight Lunges

Bodyweight Lunges

Setup

Stand with hands on hips or hanging at sides.

Movement Instructions

Step forward with first leg landing on heel then forefoot. Lower body by flexing knee and hip of front leg until knee of rear leg is almost in contact with floor. Push off the front leg by extending knee and hip returning to starting position. Repeat by alternating lunge with opposite leg.

Comments

Keep torso upright and back straight during lunge. Lead knee should point same direction as foot throughout lunge. A shorter lunge emphasizes Quads more while a longer lunge emphasizes Glutes.

Primary Muscle

Quads

Supporting Muscles

Glutes

Calves

Hamstrings

Groin

Hips

Equipment

Bodyweight

Environment

Floor/Mat

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