Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | elastic band |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
In wide lunge position keep rear knee close above floor. Put Elastic Band under front foot and grasp both ends with hands hear front knee. Keep torso upright and look forward.Execution
Extend legs. In upper position keep knees slightly flexed. Return and repeat. Continue with opposite side.Variations / Comments
Keep knee above foot throughout motion.![Elastic Band Lunge | Starting Position Elastic Band Lunge Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/3/1703.jpg)
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![Elastic Band Lunge | Ending Position Elastic Band Lunge Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/4/1704.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Quadriceps |
Synergist | Gluteus Maximus | Hip Adductors | Soleus |
Stabilizers | Hamstrings | Gastrocnemius |
![Elastic Band Lunge | Muscles Front Elastic Band Lunge Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/7/907.jpg)
Front
![Elastic Band Lunge | Muscles Rear Elastic Band Lunge Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/8/908.jpg)
Rear
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