Warming-up in Lunge (six) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips, Thighs, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
- Alternate Names
- Lunge Stretch, Lunge Warm-up
How to: Warming-up in Lunge (six)
- Start standing up straight with your feet together.
- Step forward with one leg into a lunge position.
- Lower your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
- Hold the position for a few seconds, stretching the hips and thighs.
- Return to standing position and switch legs.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the front knee to collapse inward.
- Overextending the back leg during the lunge.
- Letting the torso lean forward instead of staying upright.
Modifications
- Perform the lunge with shorter steps to reduce stress on the knees.
- Use a chair or wall for support if balance is an issue.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged while lunging.
- Ensure that your knee does not extend beyond your toes.
- Maintain a straight back to avoid straining.
Warming-up in Lunge (six) Alternatives
Warming-up in Lunge (one)
Body Part: Back, Hips, Thighs, Upper Arms
Warming-up in Lunge (two)
Body Part: Back, Hips, Thighs, Waist
Warming-up in Lunge (three)
Body Part: Chest, Hips, Shoulders, Thighs, Waist
Warming-up in Lunge (four)
Body Part: Hips, Thighs
Warming-up in Lunge (five)
Body Part: Back, Hips, Thighs
Tags
stretching
hips
thighs
waist
warm-up
beginner