How to do it
Press through the ball of your back foot to keep the rear leg engaged.
- 1
Stand with feet hip-width apart.
- 2
Step forward with one leg into a lunge, bending both knees to about 90 degrees.
- 3
Hold the lunge position and perform small up and down movements for six counts.
- 4
Push back to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- 5
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your front knee in line with your ankle and your back straight to prevent injury and ensure proper muscle activation.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the hips rotate open during pulses
- ✕Rising onto the toes of the front foot
- ✕Making the up-and-down range too large