How to do side lunge

Coach's Tips

This bodyweight exercise enhances coordination among your thigh muscles and is also beneficial for the midsection of your gluteus muscles.

Start Position

1. Stand with your feet spaced as wide as your hips, placing your hands on your hips or at your sides.

2. Bring your feet together before stepping broadly to the side using your right foot.

3. Ensure your feet face forward with a slight outward angle of your toes.

Proper Form

1. Bend your right knee as you lower into a side lunge, while keeping your left leg straight.

2. The heel of your left foot should be elevated and your knee should not advance past your toes.

3. Propel yourself off your right foot to return to the initial position.

4. Conduct the same movement on the opposite side.

Breathing Technique

1. Inhale as you descend into the lunge, concentrating on engaging your core.

2. Exhale when you push off your foot to return to the starting point.

Precautions

1. Maintain an upright chest and a straight back during the exercise.

2. Avoid pushing off predominantly with your front knee to prevent excess stress on the knee joint.

3. Engage your core and gluteal muscles throughout the movement to ensure correct form and safeguard your back.