Reverse lunges are a great exercise for your legs. All the major muscle groups of the lower body are called into play. Primary muscles such as the buttocks, thighs and calves get a great workout as well as the hamstrings, lower back and abs which act as stabilisers.
They can be done with or without weight.
Doing them in reverse as opposed to the conventional forward version places less stress on the knees as weight stays constant on the forward leg.
Execution:
1. Stand straight with feet shoulder width apart.
2. Step one foot back so that the front leg forms a rough 90 degree angle. The knee of your trailing leg should not touch the ground.
3. As you descend lean a little forward so that your stomach rests a touch on your thigh.
4. Return back to the starting position using only a little push with your trailing leg. The forward leg should do most of the work.
