Backward Lunge with Lateral Flexion (In Place) - Endurance
January 13, 2009
Starting Position
- Stand with your back straight and your arms at your sides
Procedure
- Step backward with your right foot into the lunge, your left foot forward, then contract your right glute
- Reach your right hand over-head and laterally crunch your torso to the left, reaching your left hand to the ground
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side
- Alternate for the desired number of reps
Coaching Keys
- Maintain your posture throughout the movement
- Contract your back glute during the stretch
- Keep your front knee behind your toes
- Don't let your back knee touch the ground
- Keep your chest up and fire your front glute as you return to the starting position
You Should Feel It
- Stretching the hip flexor of your back leg, in the glute and groin area of your front leg, and in the lateral muscles of your torso
Tags:
Stretching, Glutes, Running, Movement Preparation, Torso, Hip Flexors
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