How to do it
Press the top of your back foot into the bench to anchor your stance.
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Stand facing away from a bench or elevated surface.
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Place one foot on the bench behind you.
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Lower into a lunge position, keeping your front knee above your ankle.
- 4
Raise your arms overhead to increase the stretch, if comfortable.
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Hold for 20-30 seconds, then switch legs.
Expert tip
Keep your pelvis tucked under to prevent arching your lower back, which can reduce the effectiveness of the stretch.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the front knee cave inward
- ✕Shifting the hips forward past the front knee
- ✕Turning the torso toward the front leg