How to do a walking lunges

Lower bodyBodyweightBeginner

Lunge forward and keep walking, alternating legs — a leg builder that also tests your balance and coordination.

How to do it

1Step forward into a lunge, back knee toward the floor
2Drive up and step straight into the next lunge
3Keep your chest tall throughout

Common mistakes

×Front knee drifting past your toes
×Wobbling — slow down and control each step

Muscles worked

Quads Glutes

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