Static Lunge Kick Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Maximus, Adductors, Adductor Magnus, Gastrocnemius, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Lunge Kick Stretch
How to: Static Lunge Kick
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Step forward with your right leg into a lunge, ensuring your knee does not pass your toes.
- Push through your right heel and kick your left leg forward.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the front knee extend past the toes.
- Losing balance during the kick.
- Not engaging the core.
Modifications
- Use a wall or chair for balance if needed.
- Limit the range of motion of the kick if you experience discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your front knee aligned over your ankle to avoid injury.
- Engage your core to maintain balance.
- Perform the kick with control to enhance flexibility.
Static Lunge Kick Alternatives
Tags
thighs
stretching
flexibility
balance
bodyweight
beginner