Battling Ropes Alternate Arms Side Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Battling Rope
- Body Part
- Back, Chest, Hips, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Serratus Anterior, Adductor Magnus, Pectoralis Major, Gluteus Maximus, Deltoids
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Side lunge with battling ropes
How to: Battling Ropes Alternate Arms Side Lunge
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding one end of the battling rope in each hand.
- Step to the right with your right foot, lowering your body into a side lunge while raising your left arm to swing the rope vertically.
- Push through your right heel to return to standing while swinging the rope back down.
- Alternate sides and repeat for repetitions or time.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward during the lunge.
- Not keeping the front knee aligned over the ankle.
- Using momentum rather than control when swinging the ropes.
Modifications
- Perform the lunge without the battling rope for lower intensity.
- Use a lighter rope if needed.
Tips
- Keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core muscles to maintain balance.
- Use a controlled movement when lunging to avoid injury.
Battling Ropes Alternate Arms Side Lunge Alternatives
Tags
legs
strength
equipment
core
mobility
balance