Instructions
Preparation
- Facing low pulley, kneel to attach cable belt or dip belt around waist. Place hand(s) on ballet bar or machine (not on guide rod!) for balance. Stand away from pulley with one leg forward and the opposite leg to the rear.
Execution
- Lower body by flexing knee and hip of front leg until knee of rear leg is almost in contact with floor. Return to original straddle position by extending the hip and knee of the forward leg. Repeat. Continue with other leg in opposite straddle position.
Comments
- Keep torso upright during lunge; flexible hip flexors are important. Lead knee should point same direction as foot throughout lunge. With feet further apart: Gluteus Maximus is emphasized, Quadriceps are less emphasized.
Classification
| Utility: | Auxiliary |
| Mechanics: | Compound |
| Force: | Push |