Elbow-to-Foot Lunge
Muscle Groups: Obliques
Elbow-to-Foot Lunge focuses on Obliques, with Lats, Quads working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Elbow-to-Foot Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Start in a deep lunge position with your front foot flat on the floor and your back leg extended behind you.
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Place both hands on the floor inside your front foot, keeping your back straight.
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Rotate your torso towards your front leg, lifting the hand on the same side as your front leg off the floor.
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Reach that arm straight up towards the ceiling, extending your spine and opening your chest.
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Slowly return your hand to the floor and bring your torso back to the starting lunge position.
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Switch sides and repeat the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Elbow-to-Foot Lunge primarily targets Obliques , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lats, Quads . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Elbow-to-Foot Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Elbow-to-Foot Lunge, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
