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Crossover Reverse Lunge

How to do the Crossover Reverse Lunge with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

IntermediatePull
Primary muscles

Lower Back

Secondary

Abs, Abductors, Glutes, Hamstrings, Quads

Equipment

Bodyweight

Step by step

How to do the Crossover Reverse Lunge

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position.

  2. 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. 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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Where the Crossover Reverse Lunge fits

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More lower back exercises

FAQ

Crossover Reverse Lunge: common questions

What muscles does the Crossover Reverse Lunge work?

The Crossover Reverse Lunge primarily works the Lower Back. It also recruits the Abs, Abductors, Glutes, Hamstrings and Quads as supporting muscles.

Is the Crossover Reverse Lunge suitable for beginners?

The Crossover Reverse Lunge is an intermediate-level exercise. It's best once you've built a base of general strength and movement control, beginners can work up to it.

What equipment do I need for the Crossover Reverse Lunge?

None. The Crossover Reverse Lunge is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.

How do I do the Crossover Reverse Lunge with correct form?

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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