Reverse Box Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Reverse Box Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Reverse Box Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart. Engage your core and keep your back straight.
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Step backward with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge until your front thigh is parallel to the ground.
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Push through your front heel to return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Reverse Box Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your front knee aligned over your ankle to avoid strain.
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Do not let your back foot touch the ground during the lunge to maintain balance.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to support your back.
Secondary Muscles
While Reverse Box Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings . 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 Reverse Box Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Reverse Box 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.
