Exercise 2: Rear Lunge

Question 1

PURPOSE

Answer 1

Promotes balance, opens up the hip and trunk on the side of the lunge, and develops leg strength.

(NOTE) On Counts 1 & 3, move into position in a slow, controlled manner. If the cadence is too fast, it will be difficult to go through a full range of motion.

Question 2

STARTING POSITION

Answer 2

Straddle stance with hands on hips.

Question 3

CHECKPOINTS

Answer 3

• Maintain straightness of the back by keeping the abdominal muscles tight throughout the exercise.
• After the foot touches down, allow the body to continue to lower. This promotes flexibility of the hip and trunk.
• On Counts 1 & 3, step straight to the rear, keeping the feet directed forward. When viewed from the front, the feet should maintain their distance apart both at the starting position and at the end of the Counts 1 & 3.
• Keep the rear leg as straight as possible but not locked and the rear heal off the ground.

Question 4

CADENCE

Answer 4

Slow