How to do a reverse lunge
CoreBodyweightBeginner
Step back into a lunge — gentler on the knees than stepping forward, and a great way to build single-leg strength without any kit.
How to do it
- 1Step one foot back and lower your back knee toward the floor
- 2Keep your front shin roughly upright
- 3Stay tall through your chest
- 4Push through your front heel to stand
Common mistakes
- ×Front knee drifting well past your toes
- ×Leaning forward and losing balance
- ×Short, shallow steps that skip the range
Muscles worked
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