Side lunge
A lateral lunge that strengthens the legs and glutes through side-to-side movement and works the inner thighs.
IntermediateNo equipmentLow impactSuggested: 12 reps
How to do it
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and your hands clasped at your chest.
- Take a wide step out to one side, keeping your toes pointing forward.
- Bend the stepping knee and sit your hips back while the other leg stays straight.
- Push off the bent leg to return to standing, then repeat on the other side.
Alternate sides with each rep.
Form tips
- Keep both feet flat on the floor.
- Lead with your hips, not your knee.
- Expect a stretch along the inner thigh of the straight leg.
Muscles worked
Inner thighsGlutesQuads
Lunge variations
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- SplitBeginner · No equipment
- CurtsyIntermediate · No equipment
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- SideIntermediate · No equipment
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