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Exercise

Crossover Reverse Lunge

Also known as: reverse lunge with rotation, rotational reverse lunge, twisting lunge

Crossover Reverse Lunge — position 1Crossover Reverse Lunge — position 2

Crossover Reverse Lunge is an exercise for the lower back. Main target: lower back. Also works: upper abs, abductors, gluteus maximus, biceps femoris and vastus lateralis. No equipment needed — just your bodyweight.

EquipmentBodyweight
MovementPull
CategoryStretching

Muscles worked

Muscles worked in the Crossover Reverse Lunge: primary in bright, secondary in light
Primary
Lower back
Secondary
Upper absAbductorsGluteus maximusBiceps femorisVastus lateralis

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position.
  2. Perform 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.
  3. After a brief pause, return to the starting position and repeat on the other side, continuing in an alternating fashion.

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