Reverse lunge
A compound exercise for the quads and glutes, with help from the hamstrings. Equipment: no equipment.
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How to do it
- Setup: Stand tall, hands on hips.
- Step back
- Lower until both knees are at 90°
- Return through the front heel
Muscles worked
Equipment
None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.
Alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscles. See all reverse lunge alternatives.
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