Side Lunge Stretch
Muscle Groups: Adductors, Glutes
Side Lunge Stretch focuses on Adductors, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Side Lunge Stretch with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with feet shoulder-width apart.
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Shift your weight to your right leg and bend your right knee while keeping your left leg straight.
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Lower your body into a lunge position, feeling a stretch in your left inner thigh and glute.
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Return to standing by pushing through your right foot and repeat on the left side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Side Lunge Stretch safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back straight and chest lifted to avoid rounding your spine.
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Do not let your knee extend past your toes on the bent leg to protect your joints.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability.
Secondary Muscles
While Side Lunge Stretch primarily targets Adductors, 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 Side Lunge Stretch, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Side Lunge Stretch, 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.
