Backward Lunge with Lateral Flexion (Moving) - Endurance
January 7, 2009
Starting Position
- Stand with your back straight and your arms at your sides
Procedure
- Step forward with your left foot, then contract your right glute
- Reach your right hand overhead and laterally crunch your torso to the left, reaching your left hand to the ground
- Hold perfect posture as you step backward into the next lunge
- Repeat the movement on the opposite side, alternating sides for the desired number of reps
Coaching Keys
- Maintain your postur 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 as you step backward into the next rep
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:
Running, Mobility, Movement Preparation, Hip, Torso
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