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Walking Lunge

Step 1


Step 1:

With dumbbells (optional) in each hand, tailbone tucked under and feet hip-width apart.

Step 2

Step 2:

Step forward with right leg and then as you exhale lower the body so that your right knee forms a 90° angle. The right knee should be directly over the ankle and ensure the knee does not move past the ankle.

Step 3

Step 3:

As you exhale, push off the right leg and return to the standing position. Repeat the motion on the left leg. Work to make sure ankles and knees are stable throughout the movement. This is a "traveling" exercise so you are moving forward as you alternate legs.

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Last update: 10/23/08