Reverse Lunge (leg kick) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Adductor Magnus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Leg Kick Lunge
How to: Reverse Lunge (leg kick)
- Start with your feet hip-width apart.
- Step back with one leg while bending both knees to lower your body.
- Push through the front heel to return to the starting position.
- As you rise, kick the rear leg forward, keeping it straight.
- Repeat on the other leg.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward.
- Not using a full range of motion.
- Allowing the front knee to go past the toes.
Modifications
- Perform the lunge with a shorter step if balance is an issue.
- Use a wall or chair for support during the movement.
Tips
- Keep your torso upright throughout the movement.
- Step back far enough to create a 90-degree angle in both knees.
Reverse Lunge (leg kick) Alternatives
Tags
thighs
glutes
strength
lunges
intermediate
balance