Thighs (front)

Side Lunge

Starting position

  • Stand upright, feet together, hands in front of the chest.
  • Core braced.

Execution

  • Take a big step to the side, sit back into the hips; the other leg stays straight.
  • Push back to standing powerfully, switch sides.
  • Both soles stay on the floor.

Common mistakes

  • Knee pushing far past the toes.
  • Rounded back.
  • Heel of the bent leg lifting.