Reverse Lunge - with Lateral Flexion

Reverse Lunge - with Lateral Flexion

Starting Position

• Stand with your back straight and your arms at your sides

Procedure

• Step backward with your right foot into the lunge, your left foot forward, then contract your right glute
• Reach your right hand over-head and laterally crunch your torso to the left, reaching your left hand to the ground
• Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side
• Alternate for the desired number of reps

Coaching Keys

• Maintain your posture throughout the movement
• Contract your back glute during the stretch
• Keep your front knee behind your toes
• Don't let your back knee touch the ground
• Keep your chest up and fire your front glute as you return to the starting position

You Should Feel It

• Stretching the hip flexor of your back leg, in the glute and groin area of your front leg, and in the lateral muscles of your torso

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