Crossover Reverse Lunge
How do you do a crossover reverse lunge?
An intermediate stretching exercise done using just your bodyweight that mainly works the lower back, with help from the abdominals, abductors and glutes. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position. Perform a rear lunge by stepping back with one foot and flexing the hips and front knee.
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Crossover Reverse Lunge demonstration
How to Perform
- 1Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position.
- 2Perform a rear lunge by stepping back with one foot and flexing the hips and front knee. As you do so, rotate your torso across the front leg.
- 3After a brief pause, return to the starting position and repeat on the other side, continuing in an alternating fashion.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
- •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
- •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
- •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
Muscles Worked
Exercise Details
- Category
- Stretching
- Force
- pull
- Mechanic
- N/A
- Level
- intermediate
Exercise Variations
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Crossover Reverse Lunge work?
Crossover Reverse Lunge primarily targets the Lower Back. It also works the Abdominals, Abductors, Glutes, Hamstrings, Quadriceps as secondary muscles.
What equipment do I need for Crossover Reverse Lunge?
Crossover Reverse Lunge requires no equipment - it's a bodyweight exercise.
Is Crossover Reverse Lunge suitable for beginners?
Crossover Reverse Lunge is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.
Alternatives to Crossover Reverse Lunge
Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.