Resistance Band Reverse Lunge
The Resistance Band Reverse Lunge works the Quadriceps and Glutes by stepping back into a lunge while you stand on the band with your front foot. Stepping back helps keep your front knee behind your toes, which makes the Reverse Lunge a good option if regular Lunges are difficult.
- Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps, Glutes · also Hamstrings, Calves, Core
- Equipment
- 2 handles
Set Up
- Anchor:
- No anchor needed.
- Bands:
- Clip a handle to each end of the bands.
- Body Position:
- Stand on the middle of the bands with one foot. Hold a handle in each hand and raise the handles to your shoulders, with the bands behind your shoulders. Start with your feet hip-width apart, standing tall with your head straight, back straight and chest up.
Movement
Step back with the leg that is not on the band and lower your back knee until your front thigh is parallel with the floor. Press off your front heel to return to the starting position under control.
Points To Remember
- Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement.
- Keep your front knee over your toes as you lunge back.
Questions About The Reverse Lunge
What muscles does the Resistance Band Reverse Lunge work?
The Resistance Band Reverse Lunge works the Quadriceps and Glutes of the front leg. The Hamstrings, Calves and Core assist with balance and with pressing back up to standing.
Is the Reverse Lunge easier on the knees than a Forward Lunge?
Many people find it so. In the Resistance Band Reverse Lunge you step back, which helps keep your front knee behind your toes and makes good form easier to hold.