Side Bend Side Lunge (female)

Side Bend Side Lunge demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with your feet hip width apart.
  • 2Take a big step to the side with your right foot, bending your right knee and pushing your hips back.
  • 3As you are lunging to the side, bend at the waist towards your right.
  • 4Push off with your right foot to return to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat on the other side.

Tips:

  • Make sure your knee doesn't extend over your toes when lunging.
  • Keep your back straight and abdominals engaged.
  • Do not rush the movement, perform each rep with control.
  • Breathe in as you lunge and side bend, exhale as you push back to starting position.

Side Bend Side Lunge Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs