This exercise involves performing a lunge while twisting the torso to one side, engaging the core and lower body muscles. It helps to improve balance, stability, and overall strength.
Type
Strength
Equipment
No Equipment
Difficulty
Beginner
Key Benefits
- Strengthens the legs, glutes, and core muscles
- Improves balance and stability
- Increases flexibility in the hips and spine
- Engages the muscles of the upper body, including the shoulders and back
- Helps to improve posture and alignment
- Can be modified to increase or decrease intensity
- Can be done with or without weights
How to perform
- Start by standing with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides.
- Take a big step forward with your right foot, bending your right knee to a 90-degree angle. Your left leg should be extended behind you.
- As you lunge forward, twist your torso to the right, bringing your left elbow to your right knee.
- Hold the twist for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, stepping forward with your left foot and twisting your torso to the left.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Glutes
Primary
Hamstrings
Secondary
Obliques
Primary
Abs
Primary
Lower Back
Secondary