How to do it
Keep your hips facing squarely forward during every repetition.
- 1
Stand with your feet hip-width apart and arms at chest level with elbows bent.
- 2
Step back with one foot into a reverse lunge, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at a 90-degree angle.
- 3
As you step back, extend your arms out in front of you.
- 4
Push off your back foot to return to the starting position while bringing your arms back to chest level.
- 5
Alternate legs with each repetition.
Expert tip
Keep your back straight and core tight during the stepback to maintain balance. When performing the push, focus on using your chest and shoulder muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Stepping back too narrow or too wide
- ✕Letting the front knee cave inward
- ✕Dropping the arms below chest level