Walking Lunge Male Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Maximus, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Lunge Walk
How to: Walking Lunge Male
- Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
- Step forward with your right leg and lower your body into a lunge, keeping your front knee aligned over your ankle.
- Push through your right heel to return to standing and bring your left leg forward into the next lunge.
- Repeat the process, alternating legs.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the front knee extend past the toes.
- Leaning forward rather than keeping the torso upright.
- Not stepping far enough to effectively engage the muscles.
Modifications
- Perform with a shorter stride to reduce knee strain.
- Hold onto a wall or chair for support if needed.
Tips
- Keep your front knee over your ankle.
- Engage your core to maintain balance.
- Push off with your front heel to step into the next lunge.
Walking Lunge Male Alternatives
Tags
legs
thighs
cardio
strength
aerobic
core