Alternating Side Lunge

1. Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart.
2. Take a big step to the right with your right foot and bend your right knee, lowering your body towards the floor. Your left leg should be straight.
3. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
4. Repeat the movement on the left side.

1. Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the exercise
2. Keep your breathing steady throughout the exercise
3. Keep your knee behind your toes and avoid letting it extend over your toes
4. Keep your foot pointed forward and avoid turning it out

Easier

• Perform it with a lower range of motion
• Hold onto something for balance

Harder

• Add weight by holding a weight plate, dumbbell(s) or kettlebell
• Add a resistance band
• Add a hop or jump at the end of the movement