Forward Lunges
Quick answer
Forward Lunges is a beginner compound bodyweight exercise that mainly works the quads, with the calves, glutes and hamstrings assisting.
Written by the GymStreak coaching team
Muscles worked
Primary
How to do Forward Lunges
- 1
Start standing with your feet hip width apart and hands on your hips.
- 2
Shift your weight forward and step with your right foot and drop your hips until both legs are bent at a 90 degree angle.
- 3
Push up and step back into your standing position.
- 4
Alternate sides for the required reps.
Form cues
- Make sure your front knee is tracking directly over your foot, not tilted to one side.
- Keep your back straight and your abs gently engaged. Don’t drop your body or lean forward.
- Avoid keeping your stance too tight. If you’re having trouble balancing, you’re probably tracking too tight of a line (like a tight rope) so just shift your feet out a little.
- Keep your front foot flat to the ground, don’t lift your heel.
- When stepping forward make sure your heel hits the ground first.
Breathing: 1. Breathe in before each lunge. 2. Breathe out during each lunge.
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